Looking to hire the best divorce lawyer for you? Here are 10 tips that CGG Partner, Nathan Olson, recommends you consider when choosing the best attorney for you and your case: 1. Do not rely on int...
10 Tips From a Divorce Attorney in Fairfax Virginia
If you are just starting the divorce process, you are probably feeling a range of emotions. In the course of just one day, you could feel scared, sad, angry, worried, overwhelmed and exhausted. Trust ...
Getting Divorced in Virginia When Spouse Resides Out-of-State
Oftentimes, issues arise when a spouse lives in a different state than the one where the other spouse wants to file for divorce. This can arise when a spouse voluntarily leaves Virginia and the remain...
Custody Between Same-Sex Couples in Virginia
Virginia now recognizes same-sex marriage and all laws pertaining to custody of children apply to these couples. However, the law is very different when dealing custody issues between couples that are...
Pets and Divorce in Virginia | Who Gets Rover in the Divorce?
It is commonplace for a couple to purchase or adopt a pet during their marriage. That is all well and good, but what happens when the parties separate and eventually divorce? How are Pets Handled in a...
Do I need a divorce lawyer in Virginia if we agree on everything?
In Virginia, parties can obtain a no-fault divorce after a one-year separation period, or if they have no minor children – then after a six-month separation period so long as they have a signed Sett...
What happens to your inheritance when you get divorced in Virginia?
Virginia law classifies inherited property as separate property even if you receive an inheritance during the marriage. In a divorce action, the Court only has the authority to divide marital proper...
David Ginsberg: Tips for Collaborative Divorce Cases in Virginia
Want to Be Successful Using the Collaborative Divorce Process? David Ginsberg discusses his tips for success in a recent blog post on Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Northern Virginia. Some ide...
Divorce Mediation in Northern Virginia: Can It Work for You?
Heated divorce proceedings often contribute to the expense and emotional cost of separation. Using a divorce mediator in Northern Virginia can help reduce some of these costs. What is a Divorce Mediat...
Divorce Support Group
Divorces are emotionally taxing and stressful, even during the best of times....
Family Law in Virginia | A Summary of New Divorce Laws Effective July 1, 2020
Each year, July 1st starts the new year for the Virginia State Bar. It also marks the date that new laws, passed by the Virginia General Assembly during the last legislative session, go into effect....
How Long Does It Take to Get Divorced in Virginia?
One of the most common questions people have when getting divorced is: how long will this take?...
Living Separate and Apart Under the Same Roof and Under a “Stay at Home” Order
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a big curveball to couples who are separated but living in the same home....
Managing Legal Separation During COVID 19 “Stay at Home” Order Fairfax Northern Virginia
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a big curveball to couples who are separated but living in the same home. Some people choose to remain in the same home during the separation period for financial r...
14 Tips to Manage Coronavirus Stress | General Coping Tips to Get You Through the Divorce
The world feels like it is in a state of panic with all the closures nationwide. One thing we do know is that change happens, and we have to devise a plan on how to move forward. The routine of going ...
So Your Partner is now Your Co-worker: A Survival Guide from a Divorce Attorney in Fairfax
A complete upheaval of everyone’s normal schedule over the past couple of weeks has created brand new challenges all families must face. Whether you have been in a long term marriage or are newly co...
Divorce Attorney Near Me | Separating Fact from Myth
When clients first come to us for a consultation, they arrive with preconceived notions about the divorce process. Maybe their ideas are molded by television, the experience of a friend, or their Goog...
How Do I Separate From My Spouse?
While it takes “two to marry” it only takes “one to divorce.”...
Honors for Top Divorce Lawyers in VA
Many of the attorneys at Cooper Ginsberg Gray have been recognized for their work in family law over the last several months in publications including The Washingtonian, Virginia Business Magazine, Ar...
Finding a Divorce Attorney Near Fairfax, Virginia
When clients first come to the attorneys at Cooper Ginsberg Gray for a consultation, they frequently arrive with preconceived notions about the divorce process....
What Are the Grounds for Divorce in Virginia
Just because you want to file for divorce, does not necessarily mean that you qualify to file for divorce – yet. ...
Family Lawyers in Fairfax on How to Prepare for Divorce
As family lawyers in Fairfax, we know that divorce represents one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. While much of this pain is inherent to divorce, preparation can lessen frustration c...
A Divorce Lawyer’s 10 Tips to Divorcing Parents | Divorce Lawyer Fairfax
Divorce may mean that that dream is over for your marriage, but it does not have to mean that you can’t be good co-parents....
Questions to Ask Family Lawyers in Northern Virginia | Divorce Consultation
Questions to Ask Family Lawyers in Divorce Consultations Meeting an attorney to discuss divorce can be nerve-wracking and intimidating, to say the least. Luckily, the purpose of the initial consultati...
6 Misconceptions About Divorce in Virginia | Divorce Attorney Near Me
6 Misconceptions About Divorce in Virginia Before clients even schedule an initial consultation with a divorce attorney, they have likely done their own research. Oftentimes, this comes by way of disc...
Business Owners and the Divorce Process | What You Need to Know
Attorney Nathan J. Olson recently met with Dan Doran of Quantive to discuss how divorce cases can affect entrepreneurs. Mr. Olson offered advice to business owners and spouses of business owners who a...
Discovery Responses Tip Sheet | How to Handle a Discovery Request
TIP SHEET: So you have to respond to Discovery questions … Now What?!? Discovery questions can include Interrogatories (questions that require written answers), document requests and/or requests for...
Private Investigators and Your Divorce Case
It is sometimes advisable to hire a private investigator in your divorce or other family law proceeding, but many clients just don’t know how or where to begin....
How to Find the Right Attorney | Family Lawyers Fairfax
Are you dealing with a stressful situation and worried about finding the right lawyer for you? It is critical to take the time to find the best attorney for your individual legal needs. Here are five ...
How is Cryptocurrency Handled in Divorce?
When spouses separate and make the decision to get divorced, it is common to encounter disagreements about division of liquid assets such as bank accounts and other investments. The rising popularit...