Tailored Parenting Plans and Custody Agreements in Virginia
Virginia law emphasizes the importance of creating detailed parenting plans that reflect the best interests of the children. At Mir & Bashir, LLC, we provide personalized legal services to help you draft a custody agreement that addresses all aspects of your children’s lives, from education to health care and visitation. Our attorneys work closely with you to ensure that your plan meets legal requirements and fosters a positive co-parenting relationship.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in creating a parenting plan that ensures the well-being of your children in Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Virginia law emphasize the creation of parenting plans?
Virginia law, under Code § 20-124.2, requires detailed parenting plans that reflect the best interests of the children, outlining decision-making for education, health, and visitation to promote stability and co-parenting while minimizing court intervention.
How does Mir & Bashir LLC provide personalized legal services for Virginia custody agreements?
We work closely with you to draft comprehensive agreements addressing all aspects of your children’s lives—from education and health care to visitation—ensuring they meet legal requirements, foster positive co-parenting, and protect your family’s well-being.
What key aspects does a Virginia parenting plan typically address?
Plans cover schooling (choices, extracurriculars, expenses), health care (medical decisions, cost-sharing), visitation schedules (weekly, holidays, travel), day care, religion, grandparents’ contact, and provisions for work schedules or communication to support the child’s stability.
How are parenting plans made enforceable under Virginia law?
Plans must be submitted to the court for approval and incorporation into the custody order, reviewed for the child’s best interests (§ 20-124.3). Enforcement occurs via motions for contempt if violated, with modifications allowed for material changes like relocation.
What recent changes affect parenting plans in Virginia as of October 2025?
Effective July 1, 2025, Virginia guarantees parents online access to their child’s academic and health records, enhancing transparency in co-parenting plans. Additionally, child support guidelines were updated via SB 805, raising the income cap to $42,500 and revising schedules, impacting financial provisions in custody agreements.