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When parents cannot agree on child custody arrangements, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) to help determine what is best for the child. The GAL plays an important role in assessing the situation and ensuring the child’s interests are protected. But what...
In Virginia, grandparents can seek visitation rights, but the court doesn’t automatically grant them. Family law in the state prioritizes the child's best interests, and the court works to ensure the child’s welfare is protected. Here’s how the process works. When can...
If you're a parent considering relocating with your child after a divorce, it's important to understand how the law works in these situations. What is the legal process for relocation? In Virginia, the law requires that a parent who wants to relocate with a child must...
Divorce brings many changes, including how parents share time with their children. If one parent wants to move out of state, custody arrangements may need adjustments. This decision can impact both parents and the child’s relationship with them. Legal requirements for...
When it comes to child support in Virginia, several factors help determine payment amounts. These factors undergo careful consideration to ensure that both parents contribute to their child’s upbringing. Understanding the factors that influence child support payment...
Parents going through divorce still want what is best for their children. This includes choosing a custody method that benefits their children well. Fortunately, studies about joint custody show that it serves as an excellent option for many different families. Joint...
You are involved in a custody case. A guardian ad litem (GAL) has been appointed to the case. How should you best deal with the GAL? You must cooperate in all respects with the GAL. If the GAL asks you to sign release forms to obtain your medical and/or psychological...
In some custody cases, the court may appoint a Guardian Ad Litem or a GAL. The court has a list of trained GALs and will select a GAL from that list. A GAL is a lawyer who has gone through training to be a certified GAL. His or her job is two-fold: first, the GAL will...
If you lose your job, the first thing you should do is to call your family law lawyer. Do not delay. Why? Because you may be able to file a motion with the court to reduce your support obligation. If you are successful in getting a court to reduce your support, your...
If you are fired from your job, you can file a motion with the court asking to reduce your child support payments. Whether the court will reduce your child support depends, in part, on the reason why you were fired. If you were fired for cause or misconduct at your...
