Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

Sole Custody and Parental Rights

I recently went to court where my ex was awarded sole custody of our children. A GAL has been appointed to our case. I am a bit confused. Does this mean that I have no rights to my children at all. My ex had wanted me to sign my rights away but I refused to do that. I still have to pay child support and visitation is to be determined. So what is the difference between her having sole custody and if I were to sign over my rights. To me it seems as if I have no rights. Also is it possible with the GAL recommendation that we will go back to having joint legal. The judge basically told me since I live in a different state that I have no say. I dont see how this is possible. If something were to happen to my children and my ex can not be reached since we don't have joint legal then what would happen?


Asked on 8/21/08, 10:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Sole Custody and Parental Rights

It would seem advisable for you to have a Virginia attorney representing you in this matter who should also be able to answer your many specific questions associated with your particular domestic situation, including advising you as to what your rights may be with respect to this matter in its current posture before the court.

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Answered on 8/22/08, 12:32 am


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