The G.A.L. should give a copy of the report to each party regardless of whether that party is represented by counsel. Sometimes the G.A.L. will...

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My mother of my kids didn't show up for court and she said she not gonna show up for the third time

I would need more information on this matter. Are you petitioning for custody visitation or child support? Are you proceeding forward on a show...

Infant overnight visits start at what age in Virginia?

The court looks at the best interest of the child. The court looks at the factors listed above to determine if visitation is appropriate and in...

My ex is retired navy chief. I have never raised c/s since our divorce 6 yrs ago. He is goin to class to get his bachelors degre

You could go onto the Virginia Beach Court's website and recalculate the child support to see if it would increase. Child support does not...

Child Support

Child support is not a right that you can waive. Child support can be reserved for determination at a later date. She has the right to petition...

Can a non-custodial parent's visitation be transferred to a grandparent via a limited POA?

No, the grandparents cannot use a power of attorney to exercise their son's visitation. The Virginia Code section 20-124.1 names grandparents as...

Will my ex-husband still have to pay alimony if I move in with another man?

I would need more information to answer your question properly. Are the spousal support payments court ordered or part of a separation agreement? ...

Spousal support

Spousal support is based on a number of factors set out in Virginia Code section 20-107.1(E). The court looks at income and expenses, length of...

I have waited the year out after filing for seperation from my husband. everything is done . custody visititation and child sup

Check your separation agreement. Many agreements have sections about filing the divorce as an uncontested divorce specifically on the grounds of...

Equitable Distribution and Child Support Guidelines

Most Family Law attorneys who practice in the area of contested divorces are familiar with Virginia's statutes on equitable distribution and the...