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Over time, there may be situational changes that require a …

Most criminal cases are resolved by a plea agreement in …

Alimony, which is also referred to as spousal support, is the …

Obtaining a divorce in Virginia is not always easy. If …

In Virginia, you do not have to hire a lawyer …

If you and your spouse are in agreement about all …

Getting divorced can be stressful, especially if you first learn …

Date rape is a very serious felony crime in Virginia—also called “acquaintance” …

You face stiff penalties if convicted of a DUI in …

If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense in Virginia, …

If you’re convicted of a misdemeanor offense in Virginia, you have a …

Once your divorce is final, you may be anxious to …

If you are convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime in Virginia, …

In Virginia, there are two types of burglary: burglary and …

What is virtual visitation?

One of the hardest things you may have to cope …

In Virginia, adultery happens when a married person has voluntary …

If you caused a fatal collision, you need the assistance …

Animal neglect and cruelty are serious offenses in Virginia that …

What is a guardian ad litem?

A guardian ad litem (GAL) is an individual appointed by …

How Is Child Custody Determined in Virginia? If you and …

After you are arrested for a crime, the court will …

In Virginia, a criminal arraignment is often the first time …

An annulment voids your marriage. Unlike a divorce which dissolves …

All of your property, including retirement accounts, must be classified as …

Any person in police custody after being charged with a …

The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution gives people …

Virginia child custody disputes are decided based on what is …

The average American family has more than $8,000 in credit …

Shoplifting may not sound like a serious crime, but you …

When you’re charged with one of the most serious crimes, …

College expenses are not part of child support agreements in …

Generally, child support is required until a child turns 18. However, Virginia …

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a crime in Virginia, …

When you’re charged with reckless driving, the piece of paper …

No. Child support and child visitation are two separate things. Child visitation …

The content of your divorce agreement matters. The division of …

You should not be convicted of a crime if there …

You have been charged with a serious crime. Depending on …

Once you have a great idea for a business, the …

Starting a business is a huge undertaking. There are tax …

Creating a last will and testament is one of the …

Do I Need a Trust?

Like wills, revocable trusts—also known as living trusts—are estate planning …

Unlike many other states, the Commonwealth of Virginia doesn’t recognize …

If you were charged with committing a crime in the …

A misdemeanor is a less serious offense than a felony, …

Alimony, which is also referred to as spousal support, is the …

Most criminal cases are resolved by a plea agreement in …