“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. ...
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 shares her expertise on identifying the right time to file for ...
Everyone is staying in their houses because of the coronavirus pandemic–but what happens when your home isn’t safe? The reports the pandemic raises the following questions for victims of domestic violence who need the attention of city, state and federal agencies: ...
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, ? ...
As a parent, you may be concerned about protecting your children from COVID-19. For divorced parents, there's an added stress of coordinating precautionary measures with the other parent. In these tumultuous times, divorced parents might have a lot of questions, especially about what to do with current...
Many people are feeling the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic—having work hours cut or being laid off. Bankruptcy attorney weighs in on how to navigate these uncertain times. Connelly explains how bankruptcy can be a good way to attain financial reli...
Muchas personas están sintiendo el impacto financiero de la pandemia de coronavirus porque les cortaron las horas en el trabajo o los despidieron. La abogada de bancarrota Xue Connelly analiza cómo navegar estos tiempos inciertos. Connelly explica cómo la bancarrota puede ser una buena forma de obte...
On top of divorce stress, coronavirus is leading to additional challenges for couples who are separated or looking to file for a divorce. Stay-at-home orders are forcing separated couples to live under the same roof. Spouses who already decided on a divorce are being left wondering whether they should ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an economic downturn. Renters are losing their jobs and landlords are being forced to make tough choices. This situation is exacerbated by the fact the courts are currently closed. There is a long backlog and it is hard to get into court to evict anyone. Landlords are f...
Beyond serious health concerns, COVID-19 is dramatically impacting every aspect of life – from marriage to finances. After so much forced togetherness, many ask if it’s possible to file for divorce while the courts are closed. Those who are already divorced or separated face unique challenges, like...
"When the government stops putting money in, you are going to have a cascade of bankruptcies, both commercial and consumer." Bankruptcy attorney shares his expertise in Bisnow. Read the full article below: U.S. retailers and restaurants are finally starting to welcome customers again around the U.S., ending months of l...
Since March, tens of millions of workers have lost their jobs, while companies big and small have gone out of business. Bankruptcy Attorney Gregory Wade predicts a flood of bankruptcies is on the horizon. On Money, Honestly., Wade discusses the upcoming surge in bankruptcies, what he expects as the pandemic continues to hurt the econ...
We are proud to announce Carolyn Grimes, Foster Friedman, Gretchyn Meinken, and Jessica Leischner's recognition as 2023 Super Lawyers. Xue Connelly and David Hagan have also been named as 2023 Rising Stars. Each have been recognized in the following categories: 2023 Virginia Super Lawyers ...
“Changes in estate planning law and the coronavirus pandemic provide a good reason to revise your planning to take care of your family in the future,” says estate planning attorney Foster Friedman. In his latest Kiplinger.com article, Friedman takes a hard look at the Setting Every Community Up for...
With some schools reopened and many remaining virtual, parents have to make decisions that will protect their child and establish a custodial schedule that works during these unprecedented times. As the pandemic continues to create turmoil, family law attorney sh...
