First of all, what is an Expungement? Well, contrary to popular belief, when a criminal charge is dismissed, the charge itself still remains on your record—forever in Virginia. If a charge was dismissed (with no delayed adjudication), nolle-prossed, or if you were...
Even the most responsible of social drinkers run the risk of getting charged with Drunk in Public, a Class 4 misdemeanor. Drunk in Public, or Public Intoxication, is defined by Virginia code as “If any person profanely curses or swears or is intoxicated in public,...
Times can be tough. And, if you are in the middle of a separation, I understand how stressful it can be. If you are planning a divorce without hiring representation, PLEASE do your research. It seems like everywhere you look, there is some attorney advertising to file...
Divorce is an extremely personal situation and can be emotionally, mentally, and physically draining. The financial impact of a divorce can, to some, be even more daunting then then the legal separation itself. However, we have provided some simple steps to make the...
In a Virginia divorce, martial property is divided through a process known as equitable distribution. The goal of equitable distribution is to divide the property as fairly and evenly as possible. Typically, this means that the property is split 50/50 between the...
Trust me when I say that custody and visitation cases almost always involve some stress, annoyances, and difficulties, no matter what terms you are on with your ex. Exchanging your child with the opposing party can be frustrating and maddening, however, this is one of...
Criminal hearings can be stressful without the confusion of what certain legal terms mean. To help ease the legal process, here are a few helpful vocabulary terms. Statute of Limitations A statute of limitation, in a criminal case, refers to how long the state has to...
One of the requirements for a no-fault divorce in Virginia is you must have lived “separate and apart” from your spouse for a period of six months if you have no minor children and a signed property settlement agreement, or one year if you do have minor...
So, you’ve taken the first step. You’ve called an attorney and made an appointment to sit down and discuss your matter. But what happens now? We want you to be prepared for your initial consultation – we believe that by being fully prepared, you will...
We’ve all been there…that moment right after you hear those dreaded four words, “we need to talk.” Your mind starts racing, your heart beats faster, and you think you’re going to be sick. You’re suddenly in the middle of a break up...
