In Virginia, couples can choose to work together to resolve their key divorce issues through a settlement agreement. This written document allows you and your spouse to decide the terms of your divorce fairly and privately. When overseen thoughtfully, this process can...
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Does an estate plan have to divide assets equally?
There is no legal obligation to divide your assets equally when writing an estate plan. The manner of your division strategy is generally up to you, unless you’re married. In this case, your spouse may have rights under Virginia law, such as an elective share, that...
Understanding DUI penalties in Virginia
Even a first DUI offense in Virginia can result in criminal penalties. Whether this is your first offense or you have a previous record, drivers who find themselves facing DUI allegations are wise to learn the basics of the law that could apply in their situation. The...
Facing a whistleblower claim: first priorities
Few understand the value of hard work like business owners. Entrepreneurs that put in the effort to build their business operations work hard from day one. Those who are able to establish themselves know that the road to success requires the ability to maneuver...
How Virginia courts handle child custody in divorce
Child custody can become one of the most contested parts of a divorce. Virginia courts focus on what arrangement best supports your child’s well-being. The court focuses on your child’s best interests Virginia judges follow a strict legal standard when deciding...
What happens if you die without a will in Virginia?
If you die without a valid will in Virginia, the state will decide who inherits your property. That process may not reflect your personal wishes. What dying intestate means When you die without a will, you die “intestate.” Virginia’s intestacy laws control how your...