If my wife has been the bread winner through the majority of our marriage ,

Determination of spousal support in Virginia is statutorily controlled by Virginia Code Section 20-107.1. It is a complicated field of law and the...

Do I risk an increase in the amount of required child support when I file a motion to modify based on my older child aging out?

The theory that you are worried about is called imputation of income. It allows judge to consider what your earning potential is, based on the...

What will happen when my parents change my custody?

It depends on the judge, your parents and your uncle. Do not hesitate to talk to them and air your concerns. As you are obviously below the age of...

I am writing an uncontested divorce complaint and have an ongoing custody battle what do I write to keep it separate?

Generally, the court will only address the issues that you identify in your complaint. However, your concern here regards the concurrent...

My husband and I are spearated. I live in our marital home, he moved out without notice. Can he put me and our children out?

If you are married, you may have some potential relief available once you file for divorce. Please refer to Virginia Code Section 20-103 for the...

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I have court date coming up due to back child support and on low income what are my options

Child support arrearages and failure to pay current child support are complicated issues. The involvement of DCSE and the specific allegations...

Can my husband legally kick me out?

Removing one party or the other from the marital residence is generally only done in two instances. The first, which requires filing for divorce,...

Do I need a lawyer for custody case? My ex is keeping my 6 mo daughter from me and I can only see her when convenient for her.

You have a complicated set of facts in your case. I would recommend consulting a reputable attorney as soon as possible. The Virginia State Bar...

Virginia Code Section 20-109.1 allows for the ratification and incorporation of agreements, commonly Property Settlement Agreements and/or Custody,...

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Child support- husband not being straightforward

In Virginia, support is calculated based on gross monthly income. Income is generally defined as income from all sources derived, similarly to the...