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Can I Still Receive Spousal Support If I Have a Protective Order in Place?

October 22, 2025 | Alexandra Kennedy

Protective orders in Virginia are often requested during moments of real urgency, when safety and stability are at stake. Al…

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Your Guide to Virginia Adoption

October 22, 2025 | Cynthia Ewing

Adoption is one of the most meaningful steps a family can take, but the process often feels overwhelming. Between court peti…

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What is Malicious Parent Syndrome?

September 4, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Malicious Parent Syndrome (MPS) can turn an already painful divorce or custody battle into an emotional nightmare for both p…

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Do I Still Owe Payments on My Ex-Spouse’s Car?

September 4, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Many people are surprised to learn that, even after divorce, they can still be responsible for car payments on a vehicle the…

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What is Second Parent Adoption in Virginia?

July 31, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Second-parent adoption can offer life-changing protection for Virginia families. If you are raising a child but are not reco…

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Can You Adopt an Adult in Virginia?

July 25, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Many people think adoption is only for children, but that’s not always the case. In Virginia, adult adoption provides a way…

Physical Child Custody

Types of Custody in Virginia

July 3, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Are you facing a stressful child custody dispute in Virginia? Losing time with your child or having limited input on importa…

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How to Communicate With Your Children While Separated

July 3, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

When parents divorce or separate, maintaining healthy communication with their children becomes more complex. Without proper…

Marital Agreements

What is the Difference Between a Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement?

July 1, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

The decision to create a premarital agreement (Pre-Nup) often evokes strong emotions between partners. Many couples worry ab…

Supervised Visitation

What You Need to Know About Supervised Visitation

June 27, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Few things can be more stressful than a parent trying to protect their child’s well-being in a child custody case. In some s…

Domestic Violence

Is Pushing Someone Considered Assault in a Domestic Setting?

June 23, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

A common misconception is that domestic assault charges only arise from severe physical altercations. In reality, something…

Divorce Fight Over the House

Who Gets the House After a Divorce?

June 21, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Going through a divorce is a frustrating time in your life and can bring up a lot of anxiety and stress. You are unsure of w…

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Does Child Support Stop If I Lose My Job?

April 26, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Losing your job can be overwhelming. Struggling to make child support payments at the same time can only intensify the stres…

Parenting Plan before Divorce

Do I Need a Parenting Plan if the Divorce Isn’t Finalized?

April 14, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Separation from your spouse can be a very emotional time. Tensions may be high on both sides. Whether one parent is moving o…

Walk to School

Does My Ex-Spouse Need to Consult Me Before Enrolling Our Child in School?

March 31, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Imagine the gut-wrenching moment when you discover your child has been enrolled in a new school without your knowledge or co…

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How Do Criminal Convictions Affect Custody?

March 28, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Losing custody of your child is an overwhelming and deeply frightening possibility for any parent. Unfortunately, being conv…

Moving a child out of state

What Happens to Child Custody When a Job Moves You Out of State

March 28, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Relocating for a job can be an exciting opportunity, but it often comes with a heavy emotional burden, especially when you h…

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Virginia Restraining Order Vs. Protective Order

February 17, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Facing a protective or restraining order in Virginia can be overwhelming and frightening. It can impact your freedom, reputa…

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How Long Does a Father Have to Be Absent to Lose His Parental Rights?

February 8, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

A caring and involved father plays a vital role in a child’s happiness and development, offering both emotional warmth and f…

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If I Have Sole Custody, Do I Have to Allow Visitation?

January 9, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Navigating child custody and visitation arrangements can be a challenging task, primarily if you have been awarded the sole…

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How to Get a Restraining Order in Virginia

January 3, 2025 | Jack T. Randall

Data demonstrates that 33.6% of women and 28.6% of men in Virginia will experience physical violence, rape, or stalking by a…

RMDD Team

Welcoming McClenney, Daniels, and Dunn to the Leadership Team

December 20, 2024 | Jack T. Randall

Randall, McClenney, Daniels & Dunn, P.C. is proud to announce the addition of Tammy McClenney, Christopher P. Daniels, a…

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When Do Your Child Support Obligations End in Virginia?

October 12, 2023 | Jack T. Randall

Navigating child support obligations in Virginia can feel like a maze, leaving many parents frustrated and anxious about whe…

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Changes in Child Support Orders When Parents’ Lives Change

August 22, 2023 | Jack T. Randall

Divorce is complicated for both the divorcing spouses and the children. It is an emotionally trying time for everyone and im…

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