We get calls all the time to request second opinions on ongoing cases, particularly in cases where there has been a breakdown in the relationship between the woman and her current attorney. It happens a lot; after all, there’s a lot at stake in a family law case (especially where we’re talking about spousal support...
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We get calls, from time to time, about appeal cases, both for custody and divorce. It’s not the most common type of call – appeals are, after all, more rare than other types of cases – but it happens. Of course it does! In a divorce or a custody case, there’s a lot at stake;...
This job (like most things in life) is full of moments that teach me things. Almost every day, I have a moment where I think, “Wow, that’s something I never thought of before!” I make note of it, and move on. It’s experiences like this that make me a better attorney. Usually, it’s just something...
Lots of couples talk to a marriage counselor as an attempt to repair their marriage. In fact, in my years of experience, I have never met a single person who didn’t tell me how hard they tried to fix their marriage before they wound up in my office. Is it possible to save your marriage,...
“I want a legal separation. How much will that cost?” It’s a common question, and I definitely understand why. For any couples who are on their way to a full fledged divorce in Virginia, a separation is the first stop. Divorce is one of those areas of law where things vary dramatically from state to...
It happens sometimes that an attorney and a client don’t seem to be able to see eye to eye. Obviously it’s not a best case scenario for anyone involved, but it certainly has happened before. When things go wrong with your attorney, what should you do? It’s a pretty stressful situation, of course, especially because...
If you haven’t had a chance to join us for a Girl’s Night Out event, it’s not too late! Our last event was back in March at the Lucky Oyster, and now we’re gearing up for another (hopefully warmer weather) event. On Wednesday, May 11th, we’ll be at Smoke in Newport News from 6-8pm. Whether you’re getting...
Everyone takes selfies these days. As camera phones have improved and social networks are quickly and easily connected to our mobile devices, it has become easier and easier to post and share and like pictures that we share, or that are shared by our friends, almost in real time. Almost as far back as I...