As the nation deals with the COVID-19 pandemic, divorced or separated parents in Virginia face unique challenges now that schools are closed for the school year and courts are closed. With schools closed, do I follow a summer or school custody schedule? What do I do if I can’t pay child support this month because….

Everyone is staying in their houses because of the coronavirus pandemic–but what happens when your home isn’t safe? The New York Times reports the pandemic raises the following questions for victims of domestic violence who need the attention of city, state and federal agencies: What do you do if you’re confined to the most terrifying….

Deciding when to file for bankruptcy is a personal and often difficult decision. But it’s an important one that could help you on your path to rebuilding your finances. Bankruptcy attorney Xue Connelly shares her expertise on identifying the right time to file for bankruptcy. “Most people try and put off bankruptcy,” says Connelly. “They….

“This very moment, someone’s elderly parent or grandparent is likely wiring tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to scammers overseas,” says Foster Friedman, an estate planning attorney and partner at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC. Scammers are smart and relentless, using a variety of ruses to draw seniors into their schemes. Kiplinger.com….

For the fourth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report names Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC among its “Best Law Firms” for 2020. Firms named to the list are honored for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers. Receiving this honor signals quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. ….

The number one reason people file for bankruptcy in the U.S. is medical debt. Learn about how medical debt can lead to bankruptcy and why it might be a solution to medical debt.

Attorney Xue Connelly discusses the importance of keeping your personal and business financials separate and gives tips on how to help get yourself out of a situation where you’ve utilized too much of your personal funds for business purposes.

While everyone’s situation is unique, family law attorney Jessica Leischner explains that having full knowledge of your financial records and situation is a critical step in a divorce. Leischner weighs in on what records you need and the avenues you can take to collect them.

The results are in – This year’s Virginia and Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers name Partners Carolyn Grimes and Gretchyn Meinken as 2019 Super Lawyers. Partner Jessica Leischner was named 2019 Rising Stars. This is the 13th consecutive year Grimes is honored as a Super Lawyer, Meinken is recognized for the first year after having been recognized….

Tax time is upon us. And for individuals dealing with divorce, the recent tax reform bill could be the difference between getting a big tax refund or paying thousands more. Experienced family law attorney Carolyn Grimes sheds light on the tax law changes and how they impact family law.

The richest man in the world is splitting from his wife, and $134 billion dollars is on the line. Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos says the divorce from MacKenzie Bezos is amicable, but with no prenuptial agreement between the two, the question is, how much will she end up with? USA TODAY turns to Carolyn Grimes,….

Como cambia la sociedad, también cambian nuestras leyes. Y por eso, es importante saber que es legal e ilegal en su estado. Los abogados de Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC explica algunas actualizaciones a las leyes de defensa criminal en Virginia en el FAQ Friday es esta semana. Corriendo de la Policía es Considerado….

Published August 24, 2018 by Foster Friedman Your child is about to leave for college. Whether they’re freshman or upperclassmen, it’s crucial they sign legal documents usually associated with seniors. Senior citizens, to be precise. Along with your packing, you should allow time to discuss the need for a HIPAA authorization form, health care proxy, durable….

As society changes, so do our laws, and it is important to stay in the know about what is legal and illegal in your state. Attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC explains some updates to Virginia’s criminal defense laws in this week’s FAQ Friday. Running from Law Enforcement is Now Considered Resisting Arrest….

Cada año, más o menos 40 niños mueren por haber sido dejados en un carro en el verano. Los abogados de Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC explica que el problema es que en un carro la temperatura sube rapidísima. Por ejemplo, un niño puede morir en un carro aunque solo haga 70 grados afuera….