In a motion to amend custody case VA; 4 month GAL investigation no report produced. Hearing in 6 days. Is there a time frame?

The GAL is not necessarily required to provide a written report to the court, but if he or she does, they should also provide it to the other...

Can the spouse be held accountantable for taxes owed by her spouse? Taxes were always filed "married filing separately ".

Spouses are not always held accountable for taxes owed by the other spouse, but that can only be determined on a case-by-case basis after an...

My husband took his 401K and put into an annuity. If we divorce am I entitled to half. He tells me I can't touch it.

There is not a simple answer to your question. In Virginia, if spouses contribute to a 401k while they are married, usually at least some portion...

My wife says we do not need a legal separation document to be considered separated. I question that. What is my first step?

In Virginia, the courts do not recognize "legal separation." If you and your spouse are not living together and your child is living with your...

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I found out my ex was still married when we were married.

Under the laws of Virginia, you are never legally married to him. Your question raises some complicated issues regarding the terms of your divorce...

How can my husband adopt my Son?

No adoption is simple, but since your son's father is agreeing to have your husband adopt your son, the process of a step-parent adoption will be...

How do I gain sole custody of my 5 month old daughter when her father has never seen her nor supported her financially?

You file a petition for determination of custody with the juvenile and domestic relations court. If you already have a court order specifying...

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I have recently moved to va from tx with my daughter, what are my steps now? I do not trust the father!

The first thing to do is to meet with an experienced family law attorney. There are residency requirements for the court to have jurisdiction over...

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'My 18 yr old and I are trying to move out of my parents home in Virginia. They will not let us get any belongings .

If you need to, you can go to court over this to obtain your personal property. As Mr. Muggeridge said, however, that is not the best place to...