INCORPORATING PETS INTO YOUR ESTATE PLAN With the increase in pet adoptions during the pandemic, more clients are starting to ask how they can plan for their furry friends’ care after they are … [Read more...]
2022 Rebound Expected for Consumer Bankruptcy
posted on January 10, 2022
It's counterintuitive for many, but consumer bankruptcy filings in 2021 were at a low level not seen since the 1980s. This is attributable to several factors: 1. Eviction moratoriums, foreclosure … [Read more...]
Bail and Bond in Virginia
posted on January 7, 2022
If you are arrested in Virginia, whether on a misdemeanor or a felony, the first thought is will I be released? Or do I have to sit in jail until my case is heard. That depends on a lot of factors, … [Read more...]
Probation Reform Update
posted on January 7, 2022
It has been six months since Virginia law changed regarding probation violations, and there are still more questions than answers as to the application of this law. A few things have become clear … [Read more...]
Firearm Restoration in Virginia
posted on January 7, 2022
It is common knowledge that when you are convicted of a felony in Virginia, you lose the right to purchase and possess a firearm. This includes not only handguns, but also shotguns and hunting … [Read more...]
Protective Orders in Virginia
posted on January 7, 2022
Thinking of filing for a protective order? There are a few things to know before heading to file. In the state of Virginia, there are three (3) types of protective orders: emergency protective order … [Read more...]
Seven Most Common Mistakes We Seeing when Closing on a Home
posted on November 17, 2021
The purchase of a home (or any real property) is a important life event. Our firm is lucky enough to work with individuals, families and businesses in the purchase and sale of real property. In … [Read more...]
Child Support & Shared Custody in Virginia
posted on October 28, 2021
When two parents separate from each other, it is customary for one parent to file for child support. There is a common misconception that, in the event that the parents equally share custody, neither … [Read more...]
Virginia Family Law: Factors Considered when Determining Child Support
posted on August 25, 2021
Under the Code of Virginia (VA Code 20-61), paying child support is a legal obligation. In Virginia, the general rule is that there is never a situation where a parent is not liable for some sort of … [Read more...]
In a Custody Battle? Know What to Ask for When You Go to Court
posted on August 25, 2021
The Commonwealth of Virginia recognizes several different types of custody. If you find yourself in a custody battle, either contentious or not, its helpful to know the legal lingo … [Read more...]
