I filed for sole custody and child support. Is my situation favorable over my ex's in most cases?

There are many factors that go into the Court's determination for custody and visitation. Certainly, a stable living environment will play a key...

What factors are considered when allowing a child to be represented by a guardian at litem?

As my colleague stated, a GAL can be appointed any time there is a dispute. Either party can ask the court to appoint a GAL. So if you have...

No attorney of record, what are VA beach rules on notification for appearance of counsel?

Counsel may not notify they have been retained until court. If there is no counsel of record and the mother will not give you information, it...

I am facing a class 1 misdemeanor for false report to police will i be able to get the charges reduced or even dropped

No one here can give you an answer to that. Each judge and each set of facts are different. You should find local counsel to give you the best...

Im getting pretty nervous here.. i have got so many different takes from the courts on getting a restricted drivers license ...

Each judge does treat these differently and there's no way a lawyer can guarantee an outcome. However, when the individual has a schedule and has...

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I have a judment in court for $1071. offer collector $500. they came back to me, i own 1,300. offer $871 pay off in 30 days.

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Will I be formally notified if opposing party retains an attorney?

You may call the court clerk to find out if there is an attorney of record for the case. If you have not been contacted, there is no attorney...

Do my dad have to pay a hospital bill if they are not trying not to collect, but i say the bill years ago we pa y his bills now

As other counsel has mentioned, if your father has a significant amount of debt, a bankruptcy may be most appropriate for him. It is difficult to...

Can an attorney collect his client's fee using collection agency?

In Virginia, there is voluntary fee dispute arbitration through the state bar. However, neither party is obligated to use arbitration. You may...

If sentenced to 90 days in a jurisdiction and found guilty in another for RD, will I have to serve the 90?

No one here can tell you what you will or will not receive as punishment. The Court may re-suspend all, some or none of the prior sentences. You...