Divorce - Question of Timing and the Acceptance/Waiver Form

You should have him sign the Acceptance/Waiver as soon as possible. However, the delay will not cause the Court to remove the case from its docket....

Can I file a civil suit against my ex husband and his family for taking my children away for 2 months?

You should seek child support and ask the court to order him to provide health insurance, to include counseling, in any support order. You should...

WHAT FORM WILL I FILL OUT FOR THIRD PARTY CUSTODY OF A SIX YEAR OLD IN STAFFORD COUNTY VIRGINIA?

You need to file the appropriate original Petitions with the court. You should review the statutes associated with persons of legitimate interest...

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Should I consult a lawyer first if wife and I think we can agree to terms and go through a mediator?

You should always consult reputable local counsel before signing any important agreement. A consultation can be helpful prior to negotiation, but...

An attorney threatened me, verbally assaulted me & degraded me & then was escorted out by a deputy days later false report made

Your case sounds like it has several complicating factors. You should review Virginia Code Section 20-124.3 and consult reputable local counsel as...

Child Support Calculations and determinations

You are not certain to get any particular judge, but that judge will consider any evidence presented in light of the factors in Virginia Code...

Can a lawyer argue for their client not to pay child support because there is an appeal on the final custody order?

If there is an appeal of an Order from the Juvenile Court, it remains for the Juvenile Court to enforce the Order pending the appeal. If you only...

Can my ex come after me for the taxes/penalties that she had to pay from her settlement from my 401K?

You should consult reputable local counsel to review your agreement to determine if you are in compliance. It is unlikely that she is entitled to...

Do both parties have to be present for the divorce proceedings?

There will be a limitation on the Court's jurisdiction to adjudicate certain issues in your divorce if your husband does not participate in the...

Husband filed for divorce and custody in Circuit court this year, can I have it changed back to JD&R?

You should consult reputable local counsel to assist you in filing for pendente lite relief in the Circuit Court. At that time, the Court will...