When the safety or well-being of your child is in jeopardy, swift action is essential. If you believe that your child or a child you care about is at risk in their current living situation, you can petition the court for emergency custody. This process can be complex, but our Loudoun County emergency custody lawyer …
Anyone going through a divorce that involves children with special needs is well aware of the unique challenges this situation presents. Overcoming these hurdles on your own can be incredibly difficult. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. An experienced Loudoun County divorce with special needs children lawyer can guide you through every step. …
If you are raising a child with special needs, you know the unique challenges involved. When dealing with custody issues, an experienced Loudoun County special needs custody lawyer can ensure you and your family get the help you need. At Melone Hatley, P.C., we have spent the past decade helping the parents of children with …
Anytime after your divorce has been finalized, circumstances may necessitate a change to your spousal support order. Any substantial and material change in the financial situation of your former spouse or yourself can be grounds for a modification. An experienced spousal support modifications lawyer in Loudoun County will help you through the process. At Melone …
Being prepared for the future can help you enjoy each day, knowing you have taken the necessary legal steps to protect your family in the event of your death. While you might think of trusts and estate planning as things to worry about post-retirement, it is never too early to take steps to protect your …
Securing fair child support is important for the well-being of you and your children following a separation or divorce. In Loudoun County, understanding your obligations and rights under Virginia law will ensure your children receive the support they need for their upbringing, education, and healthcare. At Melone Hatley, P.C., our dedicated team of family lawyers …
In Virginia, there are several grounds for divorce, pursuant to Virginia Code 20-91. One of the more popular grounds of divorce in Loudoun County is that based on separation. While ceasing to live together to initiate your separation may seem simple, it can become complicated as you proceed through your divorce. At Melone Hatley, P.C., …
If you are going through a divorce with children, you know fighting for child custody is emotionally and financially draining. This is especially true because the court will make the final decision. If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody, then the Virginia courts will consider your child’s best interests and make the …
If you are going through divorce with children, you know that settling custody is a challenging, emotion-filled experience that must be decided with your child’s best interests at heart. When you work with our Loudoun County child custody lawyers at Melone Hatley, P.C., you get the partner you need to fight for what you believe …
Do you need to adjust your child support payments, or are you facing a request for a support modification in Virginia? In these situations, to protect your financial future, you need to hire a Loudoun County child support modifications lawyer from our team at Melone Hatley, P.C. Rely on one of our Loudoun County child …
Spousal support is one of the most important matters you will need to decide when going through a divorce. An experienced spousal support lawyer in Loudoun County will protect your rights during divorce proceedings and will work to ensure that your divorce settlement or order includes terms for spousal support that meet your goals. At …
Divorce is messy. The process of dissolving a marriage can take a long time and is very stressful, even under the best circumstances. Because of this, you will likely not be easily motivated to reopen your divorce case if you need to modify your property settlement agreement or modify your divorce order. However, circumstances in …
If you are getting divorced from your spouse you know it can be an emotional and stressful process. You have to make many decisions, and reaching an agreement on important matters with your former partner can prove impossible. Attempting to deal with everything on your own can be overwhelming. Fortunately, an experienced Loudoun County divorce …
Your marriage can end for any number of reasons. However, when one spouse is in the military, there is a higher probability of divorce, and deployment increases that likelihood. Tensions can and almost always do run high with a divorce. You likely go through many different distracting emotions that take your attention away from the …
Whether you are considering signing a prenuptial agreement or petitioning to modify the terms of a divorce agreement, there are factors you must consider. An experienced family lawyer in Loudoun County can help you through every step of the process while protecting your rights. At Melone Hatley, P.C., our experienced team of compassionate family law …