Blog: Family Law

Preparing for Your First Virginia Beach Family Law Consultation: A Checklist for Success

Jan 20, 2026

Taking the first step toward divorce or a custody change can feel overwhelming. At The Law Office of Laura L. McQuesten, PLLC, we aim to make the process clearer by helping you prepare for a productive Virginia Beach family law consultation. When you walk into our office, you are not just meeting with a lawyer; you are beginning a partnership focused on helping you understand your options and prepare for the next steps. The initial...

Facing Custody, Support, or Divorce in Virginia? What the 2025 Law Changes Mean for You

Jul 22, 2025

If you’re dealing with a Whether you’re recently At Child Support Guidelines Have Increased Virginia’s Schedule of Monthly Basic Child Support Obligations Why this matters: Even if your income and parenting plan haven’t changed, the new formula may affect your financial responsibility or entitle you to a different support amount. This could impact both new and existing It may be time to review your current support arrangement. You Can File for...