3 Keys to an Efficient Uncontested Divorce
3 Keys to an Efficient Uncontested Divorce – by Brandon C. Waltrip, Esq. When you have made the difficult decision to part ways with a spouse, you want to resolve things as easily and efficiently as possible. Often times this is also the most economical. In this blog, I lay out three keys to an […]
What is an Uncontested Divorce?
Almost every divorce client walks in to an attorney’s office and the first thing they ask about is the Uncontested Divorce. And, its to be expected. Most law firms charge a flat rate for Uncontested Divorces, and the fee is usually less than what most people expect to pay for a Divorce. The truth is, […]
The Divorce Process – Pendente Lite Hearing
This blog is the fourth in a series covering the Divorce Process. Specifically, this blog looks at Pendente lite hearings; what they are, the purpose in the divorce, and what a party should expect at the hearing . If you are looking for a divorce attorney in Williamsburg, York County, or New Kent County, please contact […]
The Divorce Process – The Answer
This blog is the second in a series covering the Divorce Process. Specifically, this blog looks at the Answer; the purpose of the Answer and what should be included. If you are looking for a divorce attorney in Williamsburg, York County, or New Kent County, and you are required to file an Answer to a […]
The Divorce Process – The Complaint
This blog is the first in a series covering the Divorce Process. Specifically, this blog looks at the Divorce Complaint; the various types, and what is included in the Complaint. If you are looking for a divorce attorney in Williamsburg, York County, or New Kent County, and you are considering filing a Complaint for Divorce, […]
The Divorce Process – Discovery
This blog is the third in a series covering the Divorce Process. Specifically, this blog looks at Discovery; what is Discovery, its purpose in the divorce and a few of the common types of discovery filings used in divorce proceedings. If you are looking for a divorce attorney in Williamsburg, York County, or New Kent […]
Child Protective Matters – The Adjudicated Hearing
This blog will be discussing the adjudicated hearing and entry of a possible Child Protective Order (“CPO”). The adjudicated hearing is the second hearing in a complaint by Child Protective Services against a parent/guardian for abuse or neglect. At an adjudicated hearing, if the PPO was objected to, a full trial on the facts will take place. […]
Child Protective Services Matters – The PPO
When CPS comes knocking on your door it can be a frightening and difficult circumstance. Imagine that someone you have never met has determined that you as a parent have neglected or abused your child? In many cases, regardless of whether facts have been proven in a court of law, a parent must be prepared […]
Child Custody Determinations
In the Commonwealth of Virginia the local Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles determinations of child custody and visitation. Based on statute, the court considers the “best interest of the child” when deciding matters of custody and visitation between two parents. This is based upon the best interest factors outlined in Virginia Code Section 20-124.3. […]
What is “Gross Income” for Purposes of Child Support?
Child Support is determined by a parents Gross Income. But, what is “Gross Income?”Under Virginia Code §108.2(C) gross income means “all income from all sources.” This includes, but is not limited to income from salaries, wages, commissions, royalties, bonuses, dividends … spousal support, rental income, gifts, prizes and awards.” Courts takes a very broad approach in […]