You’ve taken the first step towards getting some answers and help on your matter and you have set an appointment for an initial consultation. You’ve filled out the information the firm has requested, but is there anything else you can do to be ready for your meeting with the attorney? What will help you get the most out of your …
How Do I File A Motion To Modify Child Custody In VA?
When it comes to child custody, family courts always base their decisions on what they believe to be the best interests of the child, however, this is not always the perceived best interest of a parent. Sometimes, new circumstances may warrant a change in these decisions. Issues of custody, visitation and child support are never final in Virginia — until …
How is Child Support Calculated in Virginia?
Oftentimes, people think child support is based on one factor – how much the noncustodial parent makes. While that certainly is a part of the calculation of the monthly obligation, there are actually several factors that can affect the child support amount owed to custodial parents, these factors include, but are not limited to: The number of children the monthly …
I’m not receiving my child support obligation: What can I do?
There are two main ways to ensure that you receive your child support obligation. First, you can file a Motion to Show Cause. This allows the custodial parent to bring the noncustodial parent to court to show cause why he/she has failed to comply with their court ordered child support obligation. A judge can choose to find the noncustodial parent …
Child Support FAQs
What is Child Support? Child support is the monetary obligation that a noncustodial parent/responsible party (parent who does not have physical custody of their child) pays to the parent who does (custodial parent). In Virginia, both parents are financially responsible for the child, but the law presumes that the parent with whom the child is living provides for many of …