Practice Areas

01.

Family Law

Whether you're facing divorce litigation, child custody, or child support matters, The Law Office of Laura L. McQuesten, PLLC is your trusted advocate.

02.

Divorce

Dedicated guidance through the legal process of ending a marriage, including the division of assets and debts and determination of appropriate spousal support.

03.

Annulments

Legal proceedings that declare a marriage null and void as if it never existed, based on specific statutory grounds.

04.

Separation

Legal assistance to establish rights and responsibilities during the period of living apart before finalizing a divorce.

05.

Separation Agreements

Comprehensive legal documents that resolve all divorce-related issues by mutual agreement, potentially simplifying and expediting the divorce process.

06.

Spousal Support / Alimony

Legal representation to establish, modify, or defend against financial support payments from one spouse to another during or after divorce.

07.

Adoptions

Legal guidance through the complex process of establishing permanent legal parent-child relationships.

08.

Child Custody / Visitation

Advocacy for parenting arrangements that protect your relationship with your children while serving their best interests.

09.

Grandparent Rights / Third-Party Custody

Legal advocacy for non-parents seeking legally protected relationships with children when circumstances warrant third-party involvement.

10.

Child Support

Legal assistance in establishing, enforcing, or modifying financial support obligations for children based on Virginia guidelines.

11.

Family Law Mediation

A cooperative alternative to litigation where a neutral mediator helps families reach mutually acceptable resolutions outside of court.

12.

Military Family Law

Specialized legal services addressing the unique challenges facing military families in divorce, custody, and support matters.

13.

Paternity

Legal establishment of a child's biological father for purposes of rights, responsibilities, custody, and support.

14.

Prenuptial / Postnuptial Agreements

Customized legal contracts, created either before or after marriage, to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities.

15.

Protective Orders

Emergency legal protection for individuals facing threats or actual domestic violence from family or household members.

16.

Enforcement of Orders

Legal action to ensure compliance when a former spouse or co-parent fails to follow court-ordered obligations.