What will be the likely marital property distribution and the chance for spouse alimony in a divorce by fault?

Equitable distribution and determination of a spousal support are both very fact specific determinations. The court will issue a decision or the...

What is the punishment for class 4 misdemeanor simple assault

Here is the statute that outlines the punishments for misdemeanors in Virginia: § 18.2-11. Punishment for conviction of misdemeanor. The...

How to settle things with your child's mother/father?

If one party is not following the parameters of visitation enumerated in a current custody order, then you can file a Motion for Rule of Show Cause...

Can I get an independent child custody evaluation?

CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate, are appointed in cases of abuse or neglect. A guardian ad litem is appointed to act on...

How to get Father to pay child support without taking anger out on child during visitation?

If DCSE is involved, let them be the conduit of communication regarding support. You can call them to check on the status of your case with them...

When going for full custody, what are the steps taken by attorneys to initiate, work through, and complete this type of case?

As previous counsel stated, Custody cases are very fact specific and as such do not lend themselves to a formulaic approach. If a custody petition...

Custody/Visitation/Support Confusion.

Without a court order stating that the mother has to meet you half way or allow you to claim the kids on your taxes every other year, she is...

Reckless Driving in Virginia is a Class 1 Misdemeanor, a criminal charge, not merely a speeding ticket. This type of misdemeanor carries a...

Can a mother (unmarried) take a child and continue to serve unfounded protective orders to keep father away?

If a preliminary protective order has been entered by the court, there will be a hearing scheduled for the permanent protective order during which...

You will know if you are being afforded the right to counsel because the court will specifically ask you if you wish to waive that right. And if...

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