HOW DO I DRESS FOR COURT IN VIRGINIA?
Legal matters can be incredibly stressful depending upon the circumstances, often making your wardrobe the least of your concerns. This article will help you choose the right outfit. What to Wear When choosing your court room outfit, keep the following tips in mind: Dress like you are attending either church, a job interview or an […]
NEWBORN BABY CUSTODY IN VIRGINIA
If parties to a divorce have a recently born baby, custody will look quite different than the average custodial arrangement parents of older children have. What should separating parents with a new baby expect? Let’s discuss: Primary Custodian Similar to the custody of older children, custodial arrangements for a new baby include a primary custodian. […]
CUSTODY AND VISITATION OPTIONS WHEN PARENTS LIVE IN DIFFERENT STATES
When a couple divorces, it is common for one of or both of the parties to relocate to be nearer to family for support raising their children. However, when parents live in different states, traditional custody and visitation schedules simply do not work. This article will discuss what type of custody arrangement to expect when […]
THE IMPACT OF ROMANTIC PARTNERS ON CUSTODY AFTER DIVORCE IN VIRGINIA
After your divorce is finalized and you feel ready to date, you might meet someone that you want to enter into a committed relationship with, pending their compatibility with your children. Before your children meet your romantic interest, you might be wondering how this could potentially impact custody. Let’s discuss: Do romantic partners impact custody […]
MY CHILD HAS BEEN ASSIGNED A GUARDIAN AD LITEM, WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
A Guardian Ad Litem being assigned to your family’s custody matter can sound intimidating initially, but know that it is not necessarily a bad thing. This article will discuss the most commonly asked questions about Guardian Ad Litems in custody cases in Virginia. Who is a Guardian Ad Litem? A Guardian Ad Litem, also known […]
IS A CHILD’S OPINION CONSIDERED IN CUSTODY CASES IN VIRGINIA?
There are many factors that affect a child’s opinion being considered in a custody case; let’s discuss further. My child has stated that he wants to live with me. Will that help? In some circumstances yes, but in others, no. If your child is under the age of fourteen (14), his opinion may not be […]
HOW DO I GET DIVORCED IN VIRGINIA?
Getting divorced in Virginia can be very complicated, or quite simple, depending upon the circumstances of your marriage. The Court wants confirmation that all the assets and debts accrued during the marriage are divided, and in cases wherein minor children are involved, that custody and visitation have been agreed upon. As such, the more debts […]
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE ATTENDING A COURT HEARING IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY COURT HOUSE
There are a few things you need to be aware of to prepare yourself for attending a Court hearing in the Prince William County Court House. Location The Court house is located at: 9311 Lee Avenue Third Floor Manassas, VA 20110 When Should I Arrive To The Court House For My Hearing? Plan to arrive […]