Sep 13, 2022 | Child and Spousal Support, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Protective Orders, Family Law
This article is the second in a multi-part series on women’s rights in divorce cases. While divorce laws are supposed to apply equally to both spouses, there are issues unique to women in divorce worth considering. It’s essential to have a competent attorney who...
Sep 6, 2022 | Child and Spousal Support, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Protective Orders, Family Law
This article is the first in a multi-part series on women’s rights in divorce cases. While divorce laws are supposed to apply equally to both spouses, there are issues unique to women in divorce worth considering. It’s essential to have a competent attorney who...
Jun 28, 2022 | Child and Spousal Support, Child Custody, Domestic Violence & Protective Orders, Family Law
The Rule to Show Cause: A Helpful Order Enforcement Tool in Virginia [06.28.2022] Jail time, fines, an order to take a certain action, or an award of attorney’s fees and costs. These are potential consequences of failing to follow a court order. When a...
Mar 4, 2021 | Divorce, Domestic Violence & Protective Orders, Family Law
What to Expect in Oklahoma Family Law in 2021: Divorce, Domestic Violence, & FED Cases By: Amber Godfrey [03.05.2021] Types of Cases “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” Wise words. With people being forcibly quarantined during much of last year, many...
May 27, 2020 | Domestic Violence & Protective Orders
By: Michael Lehr, Esq. Due to their portrayal in media, many people understand the basic concept of restraining orders, a court order restricting someone from contacting, touching, or even being near another person. In Virginia, they are called...
May 12, 2020 | Domestic Violence & Protective Orders
By John Whitbeck The Virginia General Assembly enacted several changes to the law that have a significant impact on families going through domestic relations cases. Below is are some highlights of the more significant changes: Sexual abuse, child abuse, and acts of...
