EHL Date: December 17, 2024 Sub ID: 3708307 Writer ID: 10-011801 Post Type: TOPICAL Topic Choice: Family Law Post Title: Determining the value of your business for divorce In equitable distribution states such as Virginia, courts determine how to divide marital...
A custody or visitation order in Virginia typically includes a holiday schedule. As with a regular or summer custody schedule, a holiday schedule is designed with children’s best interest in mind. A holiday schedule that maximizes the time each parent can spend with...
Grandparents often feel a deep sense of responsibility to ensure their grandchildren's financial security. Many choose to leave money behind to support their grandchildren as they grow older, whether for education, a new home, or other significant life milestones....
It is easy for most people to see news of an arrest and immediately assume that the defendant in question is guilty of the crime charged. There is oftentimes a “where there’s smoke there’s fire” quality to any perception of an arrest. However, most people in Virginia...
When approaching a child custody case in Virginia, preparation and gathering the right evidence are key to presenting a compelling case. Here are essential steps to keep in mind as one aims for a favorable outcome that aligns with the court’s focus on the...
Virginia’s criminal reckless driving law is infamously broad. In Virginia, reckless driving does include some behaviors that most motorists would recognize as dangerous, like street racing or passing a school bus while the bus is stopped to pick up or drop off...
Virginia courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child. There are several factors, set out in Virginia Code § 20-124.3, that a court examines when deciding what type of custody arrangement is in a child’s best interest. One of these factors is the...
If you and your spouse are considering adopting a child in Virgnia, you probably have many questions. The adoption process involves several steps and requirements and it is important to have a general idea of what is involved before deciding whether you want to adopt....
When you are detained or arrested by police officers, it is natural to want to cooperate. The experience is often scary and your anxiety might cause you to start talking, wanting to tell your side of the story. Police officers count on this because your statements...
A premarital agreement, also known as a prenuptial agreement or “prenup,” is a legal contract a couple creates before marriage. This agreement details each party’s financial and property rights. And, while these agreements often get a bad rap, they are actually quite...
