How will it affect my custody hearing if the custodial parent does not show for court?

It's a good thing you filed immediately. Once she is served with the custody petition that should at least give/retain jurisdiction in Virginia. ...

If the conviction was for a felony and you were unaware of it when you married him that *might* be enough. In my experience annulments are hard...

What are the odds of 50/50 custody?

If there has never been a Order in this case both parents are considered equally "fit". While there are no "odds" in a custody case there are...

What should I do to get custody?

I agree that you should seek competent legal assistance immediately seeking an emergency hearing. The Courts differ in what they consider an...

Do I have a case? If so, what sort of lawyer do I need?

This question was tagged as Divorce Assets. Other than your child, which can be addressed outside of a divorce, were there any other marital...

I'm the custodial parent who has sole physical and legal custody of my three year old son.

I agree that taking unilateral action is a bad idea. From what you say he is at least in violation of the 30 day requirement. Has he refused,...

Will I end up paying more in spousal support now? Can I have a divorce granted with settlement issues delt with later?

It's a good question with a number of answers depending on your precise situation. You have a lawyer, why are you not asking him/her this...

Confused. met with attorney on divorce for threats, abuse, have already been living separately in the house for years. adopted

While I wouldn't second guess an attorney who met with you and presumably has a better understanding of the facts, I wonder whether your husband...

Shared Custody, but need Full

File a motion to modify the custody order in the Court where it was entered. You will need to prove a "material change of circumstances" from the...

My ex has refused to follow the divorce decree; now creditor is garnishing my wages. Will he pay my lawyer fees?

Why the JD Court? The Circuit Court that entered the divorce decree would have jurisdiction. Further, the creditor must first obtain a judgment...