How do I file for physical joint custody of a child?

It sounds as though there are already court orders in your case, and they were not from a divorce. I assume that the local Juvenile and Domestic...

Who gets the engagement ring if the relationship ends?

As is frequently the case with legal questions, the answer is: maybe. In December of 2016, the Virginia Supreme Court confirmed that engagement...

How do "optional" weekend visits affect child support?

You may want to consult with a family law attorney in your area. The answer to your question is "maybe." You've correctly identified the key...

Can I get spousal support?

You may want to consult with a family law attorney. Whether or not you would be entitled to permanent support, you may show a need for short term...

How do I close a child custody and support case?

If your court orders do not reflect reality, then it is a good idea to re-examine them. The intake department of the court where your last orders...

How can I prepare for mediation that I requested to receive physical custody of my two year old son?

Unfortunately, this is not the type of question that is easily answered in this setting. You should consider sitting down with a family law...

How can I promptly amend a visitation order?

If you believe that your child is being neglected, particularly if you do not believe the neglect rises to the level of something CPS might get...

As a non custodian parent am I force to be in my child's life, visit her, etc.?

If you are not interested in spending time with your child or you are too angry to spend time with her, the courts cannot force you to. You will...

The short answer: maybe. As my colleagues have noted, you are bound by all current Orders of the Court and any agreements in your property...

If you have been in a verbal marriage for less than 2 years, and you decide to terminate the marriage, what is he entitled to

I suggest that you speak with a divorce attorney about your next steps. You should discuss what it means to be separated from your husband and...