Devon Walke is an Associate Attorney at WhitbeckBennett. He was born and raised in Oklahoma, never venturing too far from his hometown of Norman, attending the University of Oklahoma for both undergraduate studies and law school. While in law school, Devon was a...
Mental Health Law
Conservatorships in the Commonwealth
Whitbeck Bennett is proud to be a successful, full-service law firm with a strong focus on Family Law, Mental Health Law, and Education Law. We provide legal services to families and individuals, helping them get the best result possible through experience and...
My special needs child is turning eighteen. What is the difference between a power of attorney and guardianship?
My special needs child is turning eighteen. What is the difference between a power of attorney and guardianship? [11.12.2021] When a child turns 18, legally, that child becomes an adult. Although many children continue to rely on their parents even after 18, a...
Support for Disabled Adult Children
Devon Walke is an Associate Attorney at WhitbeckBennett. He was born and raised in Oklahoma, never venturing too far from his hometown of Norman, attending the University of Oklahoma for both undergraduate studies and law school. Devon served another brief stint with...
Protecting Your Child With the Right Legal Documents After They Turn 18
Parents lose authority when their children become legal adults (18), and sometimes that can lead to complications in emergencies. An Advance Medical Directive (AMD) and a General Durable Power of Attorney (POA) are two of the most important documents to obtain to...
How to Protect Your Child With the Right Legal Documents After They Turn 18
How to Protect Your Child With the Right Legal Documents After They Turn 18 By: John Whitbeck [08.06.2021] They may be adults now, but that doesn’t mean we parents don’t want to do everything we can to protect them. As your son or daughter heads to college, moves out,...
Understanding Mental Illness in Virginia Family Law Cases
Understanding Mental Illness in Virginia Family Law Cases By: John Whitbeck [02.23.2021] Mental illness is an important factor in many family law matters. It can be a primary reason behind a marriage breaking down, or even some criminal activity. In addition, mental...
Mental Health Law: Civil Commitments in Virginia
Mental Health Law: Civil Commitments in Virginia By: Whitbeck Bennett [12.11.2020] Caring for a family member or loved one with a mental illness or mental health issue can bring forth various challenges. Ensuring that proper care and services are provided,...
When You Should Consider Establishing Elder Care Documents
When You Should Consider Establishing Elder Care Documents By: John Whitbeck [12.07.2020] Most people tend to procrastinate when it comes to estate planning and persons with disabilities. While this is only natural, failing to create an effective end of life plan can...
How Mental Illness Can Impact A Virginia Divorce
By: John Whitbeck [6.10.2020] Virginia recognizes at-fault divorces, which include grounds such as desertion, adultery, spouse’s felony conviction, or cruelty/abandonment. Like other states, “irreconcilable differences” is also one of the grounds allowed, which is...