Just because someone files for custody does not mean that he or she will win. The custody hearing will be before a judge who is familiar with...

Has husband fulfilled his obligation for spousal support or does he need to make a final payment on August 1, 2014

If the first payment was made on August 1, 2012 and goes for 24 payments, the last payment would be paid on July 1, 2014.

If a couple adopts a child can the other couple still have one weekend a month visitation if its court ordered

Anyone can petition the court for court ordered visitation. However, the courts will not generally order visitation with a non-parent over the...

Virginia reconciliation law

I'm not sure I understand the question because most separation agreements include the clause that the agreement remains in effect even if the...

Can my ex get an order changed while I'm deployed?

If a Guardian Ad Litem was appointed to represent your interests at the hearing, I suggest you get in touch with that person and make sure he or...

I suggest you consult with an attorney in your area that deals with child support issues in your courts.

What is the best way to prove my ex has lived with someone for more than one year?

The requirement is generally 'lives with someone in a relationship analogous to marriage' for a period of one year. The real question is going...

Under what circumstances do judges award alimony and any other financial compensation in a contested divorce ?

If you have an attorney, I suggest you discuss this with that attorney who probably knows a lot more of the details of your situation than you are...

Can a supervising officer deny supervised visitation granted by a judge?

If your father breaks the rules set by his 'supervising officer', he can probably be found guilty of violating the rules of his probation, so I...

My ex is trying to get physical custody lower his child support and claim one child on taxes Will he have a chance of winning?

In Virginia, issues regarding child custody, visitation and support can be taken back to the courts any time there is a material change in...