If you are represented by counsel, you should discuss with him/her the reasons for your fear (including the issue of expense). Under appropriate...

How can I seek custody when I cannot locate the mother?

Virginia law typically requires information in child support orders regarding the addresses of the parties. Is there some reason why your current...

How to stop divorce proceeding

I would concur with the preceding attorneys' advice. If you have definitely decided that you do not wish to go forward and if you have discussed...

Do I have to continue to pay child support if my daughter is 18 and quit school?

The general rule is that a parent is obliged to pay child support for a child who lives in the non-paying parent's household until the child turns...

Kids first?

You say "you were told" that because the child's best interests come first that you will not be able to get custody. Who told you? While it is...

How does this affect custody if my ex seeks full custody and states Im financially irresponsible to care for our children?

Mr. Godman is correct. The only thing I would add is that the mere fact that you can't afford a 3 bedroom apt. shouldn't by itself be considered...

What is the process to get the step parent adoption started and the cost without a lawyer, also obtaining proof of biomom death?

You would file a petition in your local Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. The cost of filing in that court is fairly modest - you can...

Would I have grounds to ask the court for a psychiatric evaluation?

I assume that if you are in the process of getting a divorce you already have legal representation. It also sounds as though your husband is not...

Will I ever be responsible for his child support?

Not unless you adopt the two children. Child support is reserved for the biological parents. The best way to avoid having your tax refund taken...

Do both children have to be in the papers?

I assume that when you say "in the papers" you mean in the divorce pleadings in order to resolve custody issues. If custody or visitation is an...