Virginia takes credit card theft and credit card fraud very seriously, and the state considers both crimes felonies. Learn the real cost of credit card theft.

t’s common knowledge that the legal blood alcohol limit for driving under the influence is .08 and above. But that’s not the case for drugs, as there are only legal limits for three drug substances other than alcohol: cocaine, PCP, and methamphetamines. How does self-administration factor into a DUI charge for drugs? Attorneys at Friedman,….

In high-conflict family law cases, the stakes are high on all sides. Attorney Jessica Leischner explains, “high-conflict family law cases typically involve allegations of sexual or domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, substance abuse or mental health issues. If you are facing any of those allegations in court, losing your case could result in losing custody….

En Virginia, ya no es un crimen la posesión de marijuana. El estado de Virginia acaba de cambiar la ley sobre la posesión de marijuana y ahora está descriminalizada. Eso significa que si alguien está agarrado con marijuana, solo obtienes una multa de $25. Pero, la ley del estado es diferente a la ley de….

It’s the new trend sweeping the nation: cannatourism. People are traveling to states with lax marijuana laws — like Colorado, California, and Oregon — to take advantage of the cannabis culture. But as the partners at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC explain, different states have different laws about marijuana, which can result in legal….

In this week’s FAQ Friday, attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC discuss how minor criminal offenses can have enormous consequences for non-citizens. Criminal offenses can impact your immigration status in different ways There are various criminal offenses that could impact immigrants in different ways. If a noncitizen is convicted of an offense that….

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 el DMV y cómo afectan….

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 con el niño….

Emotions can run high when preparing for a divorce. That’s why Carolyn Grimes, 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 keeping the practical concerns a priority is paramount to a….

In an exclusive interview with Millennial Money podcast, Grimes shares insights on how to know when you need a prenup, whether you’re a celebrity or not.

A silver tsunami, or guardianship problem, is coming. Learn how to prepare for it here.

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, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC., shares tips to help you with this important process.

For the sixth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report names Wade Grimes Friedman Meinken & Leischner PLLC among its “Best Law Firms” for 2022.

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 Receive For Their Stimulus Checks? Stimulus checks from the $1.9….

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 these custody disputes. How Have Restrictions Changed from….