What Is Conservatorship and How Does It Work?

Patricia TichenorLegal

woman completing guardianship-conservatorship petition

Conservatorship often goes hand-in-hand with legal guardianship for an adult with disabilities or special needs. Here’s a basic overview of a conservatorship arrangement.

Unexpected Challenges of a DIY Divorce

Patricia TichenorLegal

diy divorce challenges | couple signing divorce papers with mediator

While representing yourself in your divorce case may save you money on attorney fees, there are some DIY divorce challenges you’ll want to be prepared for.

DCSE vs. Court Order: How Should I Obtain Child Support?

Patricia TichenorLegal

family meeting with attorney to obtain child support

Whether you’re going through a divorce or are unmarried and simply need to set fair terms with your child’s other natural (or adoptive) parent, you may find you need to establish an order of child support. To obtain child support in Virginia, you can either apply through the Commonwealth’s Department of Social Services, Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE), or by opening up a case directly with your local court. Here’s what you need to … Read More