Divorce/Separation/Annulment

Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce CasesLegal Aid of West Virginia has prepared a series of Frequently Asked Questions relating to divorce cases. Because they cover a lot of different pieces of a divorce case, we've divided them into ...

This chapter of "Women and the Law: A Legal Rights Handbook" (Online Edition) provides a broad overview of many areas of Family Law in West Virginia.  Topics include Marriage, Name Change, Separation, Divorce, Paternity, Child Custody, Child ...

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.ContentsWhat happens after my husband ...

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.ContentsWhat do I do if I get served with divorce papers?How do I file an ...

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 ...

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."ContentsCaution - Very General ...

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.ContentsWhy do I ...

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.TopCan I get divorced in West Virginia?Who decides the ...

Learn about the divorce process in West Virginia:  Grounds, what relief the court can give, how to "serve" papers, how the hearing process works, and more.  Six sets of FAQs, covering 47 different questions. FAQs 1 - Divorce - In ...

The website is a chance for parents to take an interactive timeout to consider their children in periods of conflict and stress.  Children have critical needs at such times.  Only parents can effectively answer those needs.  ...

The website is a chance for parents to take an interactive timeout to consider their children in periods of conflict and stress.  Children have critical needs at such times.  Only parents can effectively answer those needs.  ...

In any case involving parenting time with children, both parties will need to file their proposed "Parenting Plan."  The necessary forms are posted on the web site of the WV Supreme Court.  You will need the Propsed Parenting Plan ...

The forms that may be needed to respond to a divorce filed against you are posted on the web site of the WV Supreme Court.  To get started you will need the Answer Instructions (13 pages); the Answer form (5 pages); and the Financial ...

The forms that may be required in a divorce case are posted the web site of the WV Supreme Court.  To get started, you will need the Instructions (16 pages); the form Petition (7 pages); the Verfication (1 page); and the Financial Statement ...