Celebrating Our Fifth Anniversary
The attorneys of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC are proud to celebrate our fifth anniversary. Over the last half-decade, we have dedicated our efforts to providing clients with strong, experienced lawyers who advocate for you. As an Alexandria and Fairfax legal counsel team, we speciali...
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Friedman, Grimes, Leischner, and Meinken Named ‘Top Lawyers’ For 2020 by Northern Virginia Magazine
Northern Virginia Magazine recognizes Foster S.B. Friedman, Carolyn Grimes, Jessica Leischner, and Gretchyn Meinken in its 2020 “Top Lawyers” list. They have been recognized for their work in divorce, family, and financial law.
Grimes has been named a Top L...
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‘Best Law Firms’ 2021: Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC Honored By U.S. News & World Report For Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report names Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC among its “Best Law Firms” for 2021. Firms named to the list are honored for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving this honor signals quality la...
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You Can Still Sign Legal Documents During COVID-19
For clients worried that COVID-19 has made conditions too dangerous to move ahead with signing estate-planning documents or incorporation papers, Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC partner has two words: “Fear not!”
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COVID Restrictions Are Loosening: How Does This Affect Divorced Family Vacation Plans?
The loosening of COVID travel restrictions means families can finally go on vacations that were postponed in 2020, but what happens when divorced parents have different comfort levels when it comes to traveling during a pandemic? Family Law attorney Carolyn Grimes provides insights on how to handle the...
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Divorced Families: Who Gets the COVID-19 Dependent Stimulus Check?
The rollout of stimulus checks means more money for parents with dependents, but what happens when divorced parents disagree on who should receive the funds? Family Law attorney Carolyn Grimes has insights on how to handle stimulus check disputes.
How Much Will Families with Dependents R...
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‘Best Law Firms’ 2022: Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC Honored By U.S. News & World Report For Sixth Consecutive Year
For the sixth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report names Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC among its “Best Law Firms” for 2022. Firms named to the list are honored for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving this honor signals top-tier law practice with a wide range of...
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Estate Planning Roadmap
It’s understandable if you’re tempted to stall on your estate plans. After all, there are tough life and death questions to face. But planning for your loved ones' financial well-being and your own health care can actually provide much-needed peace of mind. Foster Friedman, partner at Friedman, Gri...
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When Guardianship Abuse Is Rampant, Let’s Make It Easier to Cut the “Guardian Knot!”
Warning: This video contains explicit language that some viewers may find offensive.
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In The Media: Carolyn Grimes Gives Millennial Money Podcast the 411 on Prenups
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First, marriage proposal, along with a . Now, with both superstars bringing separate hundred million dollar fortunes with them into the marriage, it’s the right time for a prenuptial agreement, says...
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How to Prepare for Divorce
Emotions can run high when preparing for a divorce. That’s why , partner at Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Meinken & Leischner, says it is better to chart your course of action as soon as possible. Giving yourself enough time to sort through emotions while still ke...
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Cómo Navegar Las Vacaciones De Navidad
Algunos dicen que las vacaciones de navidad es la época más maravillosa del año. Decoras el árbol, las decoraciones salen y es hora de hornear galletas. Pero para los padres divorciados que desean pasar el tiempo con sus hijos el día de Navidad, puedes ser dificial tratar el como programar una visita co...
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¿Cómo impacta el uso de la marijuana a los casos de custodia en Virginia?
Diferentes estados tienen diferentes leyes sobre cómo tratan el consumo de marijuana. ¿Sin embargo, eso qué significa para las familias que viven en el norte de Virginia y que frecuentemente cruzan las fronteras estatales? La abogada de derecho de familia Carolyn Grimes explica cómo las leyes de marijuana difieren en...
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FAQ Friday – Immigrants Charged With Minor Criminal Offenses
In this week’s FAQ Friday, attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC discuss how can have enormous consequences for non-citizens.
Criminal offenses can impact your immigration status in different ways
There are various crimin...
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Cannatourism: What Are the Laws When Traveling with Marijuana?
It’s the new trend sweeping the nation: cannatourism. People are traveling to states with lax marijuana laws — like Colorado, California, and Oregon —...
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