Best Places to Work in Virginia: Holcomb Law was recently named as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Virginia. The annual list of the Best Places to Work in Virginia was created by Virginia Business Magazine and Best Companies Group. This statewide survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of …
Getting the Most Out of Your Initial Consultation
You’ve taken the first step towards getting some answers and help on your matter and you have set an appointment for an initial consultation. You’ve filled out the information the firm has requested, but is there anything else you can do to be ready for your meeting with the attorney? What will help you get the most out of your …
What To Do After Reconciliation
You are in the middle of a divorce. You and your spouse have been talking, remembering the good times. You decide to try to give the marriage another chance. You call your Holcomb Law attorney to tell them about the reconciliation. The attorney is happy for you. You’re confused. You thought they’d be upset, try to convince you to go …
New Laws Go Into Effect in Virginia – July 2020
The times they are a changin’; or so the song goes. In the area of Family Law; there are several changes which take effect July 1, 2020, of which we want all the members of our Holcomb Law tribe to be aware. Probably the biggest change has to do with the area of adultery in Divorces. Formerly, a person accused …
Who Has Custody of a Child If There is No Court Order?
When there is no court order both parents have equal rights over the child or children. There is no parent more valuable than the other in the eyes of the law. Both mother and father have equal rights to spend as much time with the child as they want. Even when responsibilities are split between the husband and the wife, …
At What Age Can a Child Refuse to See a Parent?
When deciding at what age a child can refuse to see a parent, several factors will be considered including any existing agreement, the age of the child, and the situation of the current parent with primary custody. Basically, custody agreements establish how a child will see his or her parent and at what frequency. While this agreement may remain in …
Introducing: You Matter Saturdays
We are very excited to announce a new beginning here at Holcomb Law! In April, we will start “You Matter Saturdays.” At these monthly Saturday morning seminars, we will provide extensive information on custody, divorce, support issues, and mediation, to name a few topics—and provide written materials as well. We will answer all your family law questions at this event! …
How Many Months Of No Contact Before A Parent Loses Parental Rights In VA?
It is unfortunate that some children are left without any contact from their father or mother after their parents separate. If you are the custodial parent, this lack of communication and support may convince you that the non-custodial parent must lose his or her parental rights. How long do you have to wait before you can petition the court to …
Important Tip – Updating Your Will After Your Virginia Family Law Case
If you have finally come to an end to your divorce or custody case, typically the last thing you want to think about is more paperwork. Or maybe you are just so exhausted and thankful to be finished with the process that the thought of updating your will is just not on your radar. I get it. But I also …
Four Major Considerations When Making a Parenting Plan In Virginia
The future of your child must be the highest priority when you and your spouse are pursuing a divorce. It is, of course, paramount that minor children are well cared for by the parent or parents who can best provide for them. A parenting plan, also known as a custody/visitation agreement, will help you ensure that the children are prioritized …