Virginia Spousal Support
Now you might have heard some details about spousal support in the past, but it is time for you to forget about that, as this section of divorce law is now being looked at for some changes. There were some recent changes to the Virginia spousal support laws, which stated that, should...
Grounds for Divorce in Virginia
If you have finally decided to terminate your marriage through a divorce, then it is important that you understand the Virginia divorce laws and the entire process of filing a divorce. Couples should meet some certain eligibility requirements to be allowed to file a divorce. You need to prove the grounds or...
Protective Orders
Preventative justice is something that courts try to consider where possible in order to avoid having to send a perpetrator to prison. If there is a way to avoid a serious crime being committed then orders such as protective orders will be implemented.
What is a protective order?How to make a record for a custody/visitation fight
Set up email just for kids
Tell other parent to use only that email
Don’t mix emails; you should use only this email for kids
Make sure your email account keeps a record of emails you send. If not, BCC yourself on emails
Understanding the basics of alimony 2019
Alimony means that a member of the family is financially responsible for a spouse in need. The family code describes the maintenance group and the payable group of persons and specifies both the duration and the clearly defined payment of the sum.
Many of us agree that compensation for...
How to seal divorce records in Virginia? Five factors to seal.
Remember:
There is a premumption that records should be open.
No time limit for judge to act.
Salacious allegations not enough.
Five factors to seal:
Real harm that has occurred. Not just a theoretical...FATHER AWARDED CUSTODY BASED ON “STABLE LIVING SITUATION” “CERTAINTY AND STABILITY”
The Virginia Court of Appeals upheld the award of physical child custody to a father. The mother and the father were both troublesome parents with allegations of abuse flying both ways. The court considered the best interest of the child in making its decision. In considering the statutory factors under Virginia Code...
Custody in Virginia
Custody in Virginia
Custody means being awarded the legal responsibility of the care of a child including where they live and who makes the decisions on their behalf. Custody is a difficult process for the parents and also the children. This will help answer some questions but are no...
New law changes access to child care records.
Do you pay (or receive) child support?
New law changes access to child care records. Important aid to those paying (or receiving) child support.
A new law takes effect on July 1, 2020 which allows either parent access to their child’s day care records. Soon, both...
What your child would tell you
A child’s message about visitation:
Don’t ask me to take sides. Don’t make me chose between my parents
Treat me like a person, not a thing to be traded between you.
Let me talk to my mom in private. Let me talk to...