When a couple is engaged and planning their dream wedding, they may not wish to dwell on negative topics. This may include putting off executing a prenuptial agreement. While they may recognize that a prenuptial agreement can be a valuable part of any marriage, they...
Year: 2018
Fledgling Virginia businesses may benefit from legal assistance
Many entrepreneurs in Virginia are struck with a fantastic idea for a business. These potential business owners may be in a hurry to set their ideas into motion. However, before the business can open its doors, a number of steps must be taken.First, the right business...
Announcement
We would like to congratulate Betsy on her new position as the President of the Virginia Society of Professional Engineers.We would like to inform our friends that Betsy Dulin and James Watson will be hosting a construction contracting and management seminar on...
DUI checkpoints set up over Labor Day weekend
August has come to an end, and, for many, that also means summer is coming to a close. But, before the season is officially over, some people have one last hurrah over Labor Day weekend. Labor Day is a popular time for parties, and it is not unusual for people to have...
A high-asset divorce need not derail one’s retirement plans
Virginia is an equitable distribution state, meaning that marital property will be divided fairly (although not necessarily equally). Retirement accounts may be considered marital assets that are subject to division, meaning that it is possible for a person to walk...
Business succession is an important part of estate planning
Many successful entrepreneurs in Virginia have spent years cultivating a business from the ground up. They may take great pride in their work, and they may have the intention of handing the reins of the business over to their children once they pass away. However,...
Including a health care directive in your estate plan
No one in Virginia really wants to think about their death, but it is a simple fact that one day we all will die. It may be of some comfort, then, to know that you can determine what kind of end-of-life care you want and who you want to act upon your behalf once you...
Nesting after divorce: Hard for adults, ideal for children
What are your goals as you and your spouse get divorced? Do they revolve around your children? Do you really just want to find the best possible solution for the kids?If so, you may want to consider nesting, which is a unique custody arrangement where your kids never...
What types of partnerships can Virginians establish?
When two entrepreneurs in Richmond join forces to establish a partnership, they often have grand dreams of business success. And, many do see their partnership grow into a profitable business. Partnerships are a popular type of business entity that is relatively easy...
A high asset divorce can bring financial surprises
According to a survey conducted by Worthy, an Internet marketplace, 46 percent of female respondents who were contemplating divorce, were in the process of divorcing or were currently divorced reported that they experienced unexpected financial issues due to the...