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 …
Financial Disclosure In A Virginia Divorce
One of the most important requirements of the divorce process is full financial disclosure by each spouse. Whether or not you are the one filing for divorce or whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, you will need to reveal to attorneys or the court the details of your individual financial situation. This disclosure is vital for both parties because …
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 …
Does Virginia have “Common Law” Marriages?
A common law marriage is essentially the decision that you and your partner are married, without actually legally being married. Common law marriages in Virginia are one of those rumors that people actually believe. Despite the fact that Virginia does not practice common law marriages, there are 10 states that do. Thus, Virginia will recognize common law marriages as valid …
Quick and Easy Divorce Without a Lawyer – Is it a Myth?
Times can be tough. And, if you are in the middle of a separation, I understand how stressful it can be. If you are planning a divorce without hiring representation, PLEASE do your research. It seems like everywhere you look, there is some attorney advertising to file your divorce for just one easy payment of $200.00. That’s the thing, this …
Divorce: Equitable Distribution & Deviations
In a Virginia divorce, martial property is divided through a process known as equitable distribution. The goal of equitable distribution is to divide the property as fairly and evenly as possible. Typically, this means that the property is split 50/50 between the parties. Factors the court will consider in the distribution include, but are not limited to, the contributions, monetary …
In-Home Separation: What’s That?!
One of the requirements for a no-fault divorce in Virginia is you must have lived “separate and apart” from your spouse for a period of six months if you have no minor children and a signed property settlement agreement, or one year if you do have minor children. Many people assume that this means you cannot live in the same …