Divorce Decree Modification Steps

Summary

To modify a divorce decree in Virginia, you can file a notice of appeal or a motion for a new trial, presenting new evidence or arguing procedural errors. Consulting a new attorney is advisable due to the complexity of the process. If spousal support needs modification, significant changes in circumstances must be demonstrated. Legal aid services, pro bono services, or legal clinics in Virginia can provide free or low-cost legal assistance.

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Hello I have a couple questions for a divorce attorney for va
Hello ****. I'd be glad to provide some general legal information about divorce in Virginia. Could you please specify your questions?
ok I’m gonna be short and to the point please give me a few minutes to type what I need to ask ????
Sure, ****. Take your time. I'll be here ready to assist you as soon as you're ready to share your questions.
I was divorced July * I had an attorney but he withdrew because his license taken way so I didn’t have any attorney to represent me I feel I wasn’t given a fair hearing because I wasn’t able to show evidence of abandonment adultery and I’m disabled and I just had a major surgery when my final court hearing was done the judge allowed me to call in from my home how can I get information changed on my final decree I didn’t sign it either and all my proof is legit
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. You might be able to appeal the divorce decree or file a motion for a new trial. Here are the general steps:
- File a notice of appeal or motion for a new trial.
- Present new evidence or argue procedural errors.

Please note that this process can be complex. You should consider consulting with a new attorney.
He lied in court which the judge caught in to and awarded more spousal support than I asked for the judge did retire
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. You may want to consider filing for a modification of spousal support, if there's a significant change in circumstances. However, this is a complex process and it's advisable to seek legal help.
Can you help? I know for sure I can do this but I want an attorney he had one I couldn’t afford to pay another retainer in such a short time and his lawyer was able to proceed I had no chance
I'm sorry to hear about your predicament, ****. It would be helpful to consult legal aid services in Virginia. They might provide free or low-cost legal assistance for people who can't afford an attorney.
I have consulted them and they said my spousal support is too much to get qualified it’s a nightmare to get someone to help me
I'm sorry to hear about your difficulties, ****. You might want to consider looking into pro bono services or legal clinics in Virginia. They often provide free legal assistance in family law matters. Legal aid qualifications vary, so it's worth exploring these options.