Can a 16 year old be forced back in to a home with documented physical abuse?

Hire a lawyer to help you file an emergency custody motion and set an emergency custody hearing. Good luck.

I'm sure this will come as no surprise, but where the circuit court found no material change in circumstance to modify the previous order, and the...

How do I file for bankruptcy if I have no money?

You can always try legal aid. I only take free cases that qualify for legal aid anyway. I always wonder why people feel they can ask lawyers to...

Separation agreement a must when separated after only 6 months of marriage-share no children, no debt-can we divorce w/o one?

With no separation agreement, you have to wait one year.

If im in violation of probation and go to court for something else can they send me to jail for my suspended time?

Any judge that does not have a conflict of interest can hear a revocation case. The best course is to hire a lawyer to put you in the best possible...

Custody relocation

Just make sure that you look up the applicable deadline for the court of appeals. If you represent yourself, you put yourself at greater risk....

Is it unreasonable to request copies of emails between counsel?

Assuming that it is limited to the issues of your case, a client is typically entitled to obtain copies of emails that the attorney sends to the...

Do I need to respond to summons for an amendment to child support?

Typically, once you are served with papers you are required to appear in court. If you fail to appear, you can be charged with failure to appear...

I am looking to adopt my ex-step child, would I be able to?

Yes, an adoption can be accomplished under the Virginia code. You should consult with an experienced attorney to assist you in this complex area of...

Spousal support

All of the things you mention go toward the Virginia spousal support factors that the court will consider. There is no set determination for...