At the very root of child support legislation lies the fundamental right for a child to be supported by both of their parents. Under Virginia law, it is expected that both parents contribute to the support of their minor children. Despite this expectation, make no mistake that this can be an incredibly sensitive topic, bothcontinue reading…
Family Law
Is It Legal For Me To Leave My Child Home Alone?
Help! COVID-19 has shut down my child’s daycare. Is it legal for me to leave my child home alone? As we all try to navigate COVID-19’s impact on our daily lives, many parents are asking themselves – what am I supposed to do with my children while I work? As of July 2020, Virginia iscontinue reading…
Virginia Family Laws For 2020
2020 CHANGES IN VIRGINIA LAW – FAMILY LAW The Virginia Legislature has had an extremely productive 2020 legislative session with numerous bills passing both chambers of the legislature. The following is a review of the major changes to the domestic relations laws in Virginia that took effect on July 1st: Senate Bill 17 introduced bycontinue reading…
Our Experienced Virginia Family Law Attorney Explains The Discovery Process
What Is The Discovery Process? When a lawsuit is filed, it begins a procedure of steps leading up to the trial, provided the case makes it that far. Discovery is the step where both parties, the plaintiff/petitioner and the defendant/respondent gathers evidence that supports their case. This step generally involves issuing interrogatories (questions) and requestcontinue reading…
Legal Separation & Divorce Are Not The Same Thing, And Knowing The Difference Is Important If You’re Planning To Divorce
Legal Separation vs Divorce When a couple is separated, it means that one, or both of them, have made the conscious decision to separate and remain separated permanently. However, they remain legally married while separated. There are no procedural steps that need to be taken to legally separate, but there are conditions that must becontinue reading…
