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| Resources and References |
Domestic Violence Protective Orders in West Virginia
- 2-page brochure from the WV Supreme Court of Appeals.
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Family Law
Domestic Violence
Brochures
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FAQs 1 - Divorce - In General
- Eleven "Frequently Asked Questions" about getting started with a divorce case in West Virginia. Where and how to file, what forms to use, where to get them, how much they cost, and more.
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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FAQs 2 - Divorce - Grounds
- Learn about the various "grounds" upon which a divorce can be granted. There is the no-fault "Irreconcilable Differences" ground, and there are eight grounds based on proving fault. Each has its own considerations.
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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FAQs 3 - Divorce -What Can the Court Do?
- What subjects can the judge cover in the divorce case? What do you want to ask the judge to do? Learn about child custody, child support, alimony, division of property, and other types of "relief."
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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FAQs 4 - Divorce - "Service" of papers
- Once you file your divorce papers, they have to be "served" upon the other side. There are several ways to do this. The method of "service" you use can limit the choices you may have in the divorce case. Learn more in these Frequently Asked Questions.
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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FAQs 5 - Divorce - When You've Been Served
- What if your spouse has filed for a divorce from you? What steps do you need to take? What happens next? Learn more in these Frequently Asked Questions.
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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FAQs 6 - Divorce - Hearings and Decisions
- Once you've filed the case, what happens next? How are hearings scheduled? What happens at the hearings? When is it over? Learn more in these Frequently Asked Questions about Divorce.
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Divorce/Separation/Annulment
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Finding the Family Court for Your County
- Click here for a map of the state. Click on your county to find out which Family Court serves your area, and how to contact the Family Court. Maintained by the WV Supreme Court of Appeals.
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Family Law
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Going To Family Court in West Virginia
- This 18-page brochure was published by the WV Supreme Court of Appeals on its web site for the Family Court System. There are simplified explanations of the procedures in Family Court, and some of the steps you will have to go through.
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Family Law
Brochures
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| Legal & Advocacy Materials |
Know Your Rights - Protecting Your Interests in a Civil Case
- Are you involved in a "civil" (not criminal) court case? Especially if you are a victim of domestic violence, you need to be aware of your rights and how to protect yourself. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project.
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Doing Your Own Case
Pro Se
Other Domestic Violence
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Mediation of Divorce or Custody Cases: A Guide for Battered Women
- Learn what "mediation" is, and its strengths and weaknesses. If you are a victim of domestic violence this information will help you assess whether mediation is something that might help or harm your situation. Prepared by the Battered Women's Justice Project.
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Pro Se
Other Domestic Violence
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Responsible Attorneys: Seeking Protection Orders for Battered Women
- You have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to understand what's happening in your case. Your attorney should work with you to make these things happen. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project.
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Orders of Protection
Pro Se
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The Responsibilities of Protection Order Judges and Courts
- This brochure describes your rights and the judge's professional responsibilities. Your case should be handled in a professional manner; your order should provide the protections you need; and the court should enforce the law. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project.
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Pro Se
Orders of Protection
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