By Jessica L. Leischner The question of who gets the pet during a divorce can be one of the most emotional issues of the entire process. Jessica Leischner, family law attorney and partner at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC, joins Mandy Walker on Since My Divorce Podcast to discuss the 7 things pet owners….

In this week’s FAQ Friday, attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC discuss sexual assault and the legal recourse victims can pursue. Sexual assault is probably the most underreported crime in the county. Often, because victims either don’t think they will be believed, are embarrassed, think they will be made into a laughing stock,….

In this week’s FAQ Friday, attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner, discuss the laws surrounding what happens if your license is suspended for a drug possession in Virginia if you are licensed out of state. Does Virginia suspend licenses for drug charges? Virginia is one of the very few states that automatically suspends licenses….

In this week’s FAQ Friday, partners at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner, discuss how Virginia federal laws for possession of marijuana differ from state laws. They explain that if an individual is caught with possession of marijuana while on federal property, it is considered a federal charge. Under federal law, one does not lose their….

Si usted es menor de edad y es ilegal, puede peticionar para el Estado Especial de Inmigrantes Juveniles para obtener residencia. El Estado Especial de Inmigrantes Juveniles es una manera en que uno puede pedir una orden de la corte estatal que se encuentra que ese menor, ha sido abusado, descuidado o abandonado de uno….

As parents settle into the back-to-school rhythm, some will have a more challenging time than others. It can take some time to adjust after a divorce, as parents learn to share the responsibilities of their children’s school and extracurricular activities. No matter how detailed or “fair” one’s child custody agreement may be, there will always….

You’ve seen it before on reality TV: a person commits a crime, then flees the area in an attempt to avoid facing the charges. When the individual is caught in another state or even another country, they are brought back to the original jurisdiction to face the music. The process of bringing a person back….

Published on August 7, 2017 Once the decision has been made to end a Virginia marriage, the next step is to sit down and discuss the matter with one’s spouse. This can be a difficult prospect, especially in cases in which the other party is expected to be resistant to ending the marriage. Spouses who….

Published on July 27, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC Driving in Virginia and other aspects of daily living are changing quickly these days. As more states consider legalizing marijuana, people seem to be less inclined to think about the potential serious consequences of its use that haven’t changed. A recent….

Published July 22, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC When faced with the need to have “the talk” with their kids, many Virginia parents who are preparing to divorce dread the reaction that may follow, as well as the questions that are likely to arise. This is never an easy discussion….

Published on July 3, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC With the beautiful weather and relaxing summer months, so also comes enjoying fun recreation in Virginia waters. What many people fail to remember, however, is that enjoying alcohol while onboard is fine, unless you are the one driving. DUI charges apply….

Published on July 8, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC When considering the repercussions of a divorce, most Virginia spouses will focus on the financial outcomes that will follow the dissolution of a marriage. This is understandable, as the monetary changes that accompany the division of marital property will shape the….

Published on July 5, 2017 Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC is pleased to announce Gretchyn G. Meinken is now a partner with the firm. Ms. Meinken’s areas of practice include estate planning, estate and trust administration, guardianship matters, and business law. She has extensive experience representing individuals, estates, trusts, partnerships, limited liability companies and….

Published on June 21, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC For many men in Virginia, divorce is an area of uncharted waters. Even though virtually everyone has witnessed the divorce of a friend or family member, it is impossible to grasp the full scope of the divorce process unless and until….

Published June 11, 2017 on behalf of Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC We all cringe at some of the mistakes we made during our younger years when we didn’t understand how far-reaching the consequences could be. For many, those memories are centered around harmless mishaps and awkward moments, but some adults are still dealing….