Top 10 Tips for Finding Your Ex

Taking concrete steps now that will help your family avoid the inconveniences of back child support owed by your ex, or future ex-husband is a sure way to alleviate the angst and uncertainties associated with your pending Virginia divorce.

The Virginia Department of Child Support Enforcement experiences lengthy delays in child support disbursements when an ex-husband changes his job, his career, and/or moves from Virginia.

Here is the most useful information the DCSE and your Virginia divorce attorney will need to help find your ex should he ever decide to fall out of communication with you, and go "off the grid": 

• Social Security number
• Birth certificate
• Addresses and phone numbers of past employer(s); including any business partners
• Passport; a copy of the first page
• Picture
• Blood relative, such as his mother or father's permanent address and phone numbers
• Driver's license number
• Vehicle identification number (VIN)
• Assets such as a boat, house, or bank account
• Professional or occupational licenses 

Gather as many of these items as you can, make copies, and store them in a safe, secure location. You may think of other permanent or solid links to your ex as well. Perhaps he has a union card, or belongs to an organization.

It may seem invasive or feel difficult at first, but you are acting in your family's best interest because you never know when you might need to find your ex in order to get child support.

You can learn more about how child support is enforced in Virginia by visiting our article library.

At Hofheimer/Ferrebee, we understand that the health and happiness of your children is your #1 concern. We will work with you to address any fears and anxieties you may have about your children's future. Our women's-only divorce attorneys will guide you every step of the way to ensure that you achieve the best possible child custody and child support arrangements for you and your children.

To learn more about your Virginia divorce, request a FREE copy of our guide, What Every Virginia Woman Should Know About Divorce, or reserve your seat at our monthly divorce seminar - 757-425-5200.