Do I have to wait six months before filing divorce on my spouse or can I file at any time after our separation?

If you do not have minor children AND you have comprehensive written settlement agreement signed by both parties, then you can file for divorce in...

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I am seventeen and on probation, could I get married with parental consent?

Normally, you would not judicial consent to marry -- you would need parental consent. The only time the court would usually get involved is if you...

Mr. Foley has provided you with a treasure trove of information. To that I would add that under Virginia's law of descent and distribution, your...

As far as your question about the writ, I agree with the other attorneys -- under Virginia law, the dog is viewed as property and, in this case, as...

Since the child support and alimony orders are from Florida, Florida law would technically control the outcome to your questions (as would any...

Child Support in another state

Multi-state cases are complicated and vary depending on the specific procedural posture and substantive facts of the case (is it an initial...

In addition to Mr. Crouch's suggestion, you should report this situation to some other adults in your immediate circle. This would include your...

You are correct that you can't micro-manage how the custodial parent allocates/spends the child support payments. However, if the custodial...

Husband wants divorce & said he'll file when the time is right.I want to reconcile. What steps do I take to prepare?

I would recommend that you immediately schedule an initial consultation with a family law attorney in the jurisdiction where you and your husband...

How can I get a court ordered DNA test for a child that's mother is refusing to give. From the state of VA.

The court will order a DNA test pursuant to a petition for determination of parentage (i.e., a paternity suit). Alternatively, if paternity was...