The Irving Law Firm was founded by John Irving, who believes that his firm is more than just a business but a family and community-driven enterprise. It is the firm's goal to bring positive change and direction to individuals and families in Northern Virginia and surrounding areas. The team at The Irving Law Firm is dedicated to providing individualized and tailored legal solutions to their clients. They make it a point to communicate with their clients with honesty and transparency. They make sure to inform each client of all options and legal possibilities. The firm provides services in family law, business formation, adoption, criminal law, personal injury, and estate planning to residents of Northern Virginia and surrounding areas.
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Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 844-4118
A defense attorney can limit the many uncertainties facing someone charged with a crime. Working within the criminal justice system is a complex process. To best...
You can call or email our office to set up an appointment to speak with a divorce lawyer regarding your Family Law matter. With a one-hour consultation, you’ll...
Civil/traffic infractions are minor offenses that result in a fine and/or other penalties but no jail sentence. They are not criminal in nature. These include most...
Misdemeanors are crimes for which the maximum penalty is generally one year or less in prison. There are 4 classes of misdemeanors in Virginia.The maximum punishments...
A felony is the most serious of crimes, and the minimum penalty under the law always calls for at least one year in prison. There are six classes of felonies in...
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Under Virginia law, an expungement petition generally will be considered if a person was charged with a criminal offense and he or she was either (i) acquitted...
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If you’ve run a red light in Manassas, Fairfax or Arlington recently, you understandably may be wondering, “How much is a ticket for running a red light?”Read...
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Virginia has some extremely tough DUI consequences. If you’re convicted of a DUI, the answer to the question “How long does a DUI stay on my record...
Have you had a criminal charge, such as DUI, assault or larceny, dismissed or nolle prossed? Have the charges on your record affected your employment or a...
If you’ve been charged or convicted of indecent exposure you may be asking the question, “Do you have to register as a sex offender in Virginia?”The...
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Unlike reckless driving or driving on a suspended license, a speeding ticket is not considered a criminal charge. However, a conviction for speeding can have long-lasting...
Have you been charged with drunk driving in Virginia? When you get charged with a DUI you’ll need a good driving while intoxicated Virginia lawyer.Keep reading...
If you have been charged with sexual assault crimes in Virginia, the first thing to know is that the Commonwealth of Virginia does not take these offenses lightly....
If you have been charged with a DUI in Virginia, you might be wondering, “Will a DUI affect employment prospects in the future?”Read below to learn...
The state of Virginia has very clear definitions on what constitutes a sex crime, with differing levels of severity for each type of sex crime.Read below to learn...
Have you recently been charged with a drug crime? Are you wondering about the penalties for possession in Virginia?This article provides information on the penalties...
The illegal procurement of prescription drugs can have serious repercussions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Whether you intend for them to be for private use,...
If you have been or may be charged with carnal knowledge of a child in Northern Virginia, you should seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney....
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Are you trying to learn what constitutes indecent exposure in Virginia?Read this article to learn what defines indecent exposure in Virginia, the penalties you...
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Have you been charged with Internet sex crimes in Virginia?Don’t let online sex crime charges turn your life upside down and jeopardize your freedom. By acting...
An Adoption Petition must be filed in the Circuit Court of the county or city where the Petitioners live. However, if the child was placed by an agency, the petition...
In Virginia, fathers and mothers have the same legal rights, and a birthfather has the same rights as a birthmother. However, these rights can greatly diminish...
In Virginia Adoption Law, birth fathers have full parental rights. Consequently, a birth mother has no legal right to conceal the identity of the birth father....
In Virginia Adoption Law it is not necessary for a birth father to be named on the birth certificate to acquire parental rights. If he is the biological father,...
If the man whom the birth mother identifies under oath as being the birth father denies paternity, he may sign a Denial of Paternity. This is just as effective...
An adoptive placement is a conscious decision to give a child to new parents for the purpose of being adopted by them.It’s unfortunate that many people still...
Sometimes a birth mother does not know the full identity of the birth father. However, it is also important to understand that a birth mother may be reluctant...
I am introducing my blog with a series of posts comparing the five basic types of adoptions. They are agency adoptions, parental placement adoptions, foster...
In Virginia, birth parents may place their child directly for adoption with any family they choose, subject to legal procedures designed to ensure that the placement...
“Instant Mom” Shares The Foster Adoption Journey Of “My Big, Fat, Greek Wedding” StarNia Vardalos is best known for writing and starring...
There are a large number of children in the United States waiting to find an adoptive home. These children are in the legal custody of county or city Departments...
As might be expected, Step Parent Adoption is the most common form of adoption.Unfortunately, a large percentage of men who father a child and are not married to...
What Is An Open Adoption?The term “open adoption” is not well defined. It means different things to different people. And since the laws in each...
When prospective parents, as well as birth parents, learn about open adoption , they often wonder if pursuing it is a good idea. The answer to this question...
Is Open Adoption Good For The Child?It is a question on which people may disagree, and each child and their circumstances should be considered on an individual...
Are Open Adoption Agreements Enforceable In Virginia?Until relatively recently, the answer was no, they were not enforceable. Open adoptions still happened,...
What Is Included In A Post Adoption Contact & Communication Agreement?A Post Adoption Contact and Communication Agreement (PACCA) is a very technical document,...
It is not uncommon today for birth parents to place their child for adoption with a close family relative. The procedures to adopt a family member are somewhat...
1. What Is An Expungement?A successful expungement action will result in the deletion of certain police and court records pertaining to a criminal case from...
Three Easy Steps To Fighting Speeding Tickets In Northern VirginiaUnlike reckless driving or driving on a suspended license, a speeding ticket is not considered...
On January 16, 2014, President Obama signed into law the Accuracy for Adoptees Act, a bill proposed by members of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys.The...
In the fall of 2011, Riley Scheyder found himself in a precarious situation when he was pulled over by the state police for reckless driving. Thankfully,...
Some types of adoption come with relatively modest costs, but others can present a financial challenge to many families. Most step parent adoptions and parental...
The office of Senator Mary Landrieu has released a statistical study of inter-country adoptions from 2002 through 2012. The report indicates that international...
“We got another call,” the officer said in a disgusted voice. “This is the third time in three days for that store. The owner caught...
Governor Martin O’Malley of Maryland signed a bill legalizing the use of medical marijuana. Maryland became the 21st state to follow this path. In...
How many people trust their children to always make the right decision? How many people trust their children to make the right decision 50% of the time? What...
In our conflict oriented society, too often parents who are separating resort to arguing over that which they most need to cooperate about, their children.Friends...
One of the questions inevitably asked by couples considering adoption, is whether they will love their adopted child just as much as they will love their biological...
As the days of summer are behind, the changes of autumn begin. Fall brings pictures of changing leaves, cooler temperatures, and lots of little munchkins...
There are a number of important advantages to choosing ADR over litigation. The primary reason why people do not chose ADR is simply a lack of knowledge...
According to recent statistics, there are approximately 102,000 children in the foster care system in the United States who are available for adoption now. In addition...
An adoption may become contested when a birth parent is not willing to consent to the adoption or seeks to obtain custody of the child or visitation with the child....
While adoption law is primarily state law, there are some issues before Congress which relate to adoption and which are of great importance.The Adoption Tax Credit...
Many people are not aware that their adoption could be affected by the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). After all, there are no federally recognized indian tribes...
It used to be that most adoptions were agency adoptions. This was thought to be best for two reasons. First,it was thought that the decision regarding with...
In a strongly worded response, the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys has reacted to the issuance of new guidelines by the Bureau of Indian Affairs without...
The adoption tax credit is a bipartisan credit that has existed since 1997. It advances an important public goal by encouraging domestic and international adoptions,...
There are the following advantages in an Agency Adoption.1. The social workers who work for adoption agencies are trained professionals. They are generally...
Advantages of Parental Placement Adoptions include the following:The birth parent, usually the birth mother, assumes responsibility for finding and interviewing...
Virginia’s adoption statutes state that a child may be place for adoption by:1. A licensed child-placing agency.2. A local Board of Social Services.3....
If a person introduces a birth mother to prospective adoptive parents, this is called facilitation. There is nothing wrong with this so long as it is not paid for.Virginia’s...
In a Parental Placement Adoption, sometimes called a Private Adoption, there may be a lot of planning before the birth of the child. It may also be necessary to...
The most difficult part of a parental placement adoption is the search. How do you find the birth mother? How does she find you? Second to this problem is the need...
It is highly recommended that couples seeking a parental placement adoption should retain an experienced adoption attorney as early as possible. It is also...
The Protecting Adoption Act of 2015 has just been introduced in the United States Congress. The Act is the result of the efforts of many organizations interested...
Initial Home Studies generally cost between $1,500 and $2,000. They are considered accurate for a period of two years. Many prospective adoptive parents may...
Most reckless driving incidents are tried as misdemeanors in Virginia, but some cases have additional elements that elevate the seriousness of the alleged crime...
Misdemeanors and felonies are two primary classifications of crimes used by states. They differ from each other largely in the seriousness of the crimes under investigation...
The Court of Appeals of Virginia has recently issued an important Adoption decision with respect to grandparent rights. The case is Harvey v. Flockhart.The facts...
If you are facing potential criminal charges, you do not want to delay securing legal representation. A good criminal defense attorney can help ensure that you...
A number of risky driving behaviors can be classified as reckless driving in Virginia. Perhaps the most likely impetus for a reckless driving charge is excessive...
There are several options for serving notice of an adoption upon a birth father. One of these is providing notice through the Putative Father Registry. Under the...
In the case of Chollette v. Keeling, issued by the Court of Appeals of Virginia on October 6, 2015, the Court upheld service of process upon a birth father through...
I have sat with many birthmothers and watched them sort through profiles. While there are exceptions, I am convinced that something usually catches the eye of most...
An adoptive family profile is a packet of information about yourselves. It is intended to give a birth mother the information she needs in order to fairly consider...
One of the most daunting and agonizing situations you can face is being charged with a crime that you did not commit. It will make you feel helpless and baffled,...
There is a statute in Virginia which allows a former spouse to adopt if he or she stood in loco parentis to the child or children during the marriage.Loco Parentis...
The first element of your profile, after the cover sheet and photogrph, should be your “Dear Birth Mother” letter. This should be no more than one typed...
The main purpose of the profile is to convey information. Some of this is just biographical, such as how old you are, your ethnic background, your education, etc....
Years ago, a number of adoption professionals created the Birth Parent Fraud Advisory System. While this by no means includes all professionals involved in the...
While we have an excellent judicial system, it is over burdened by a high volume of cases, which often results in unreasonable delays. Also, the Rules of Evidence...
It is often said that “one picture is worth a thousand words”. But too many photographs just cause confusion.Photographs create very powerful impressions....
Seeking to adopt a child through private adoption requires a high level of commitment. It is not something that can usually be done in secrecy. If you decide that...
A traditional approach to private adoption is for a couple to place personal advertisements in local newspapers. You have probably noticed these ads. There may...
The Internet has, of course, eclipsed print advertising for most purposes. It can be much less expensive and reach more people, but the competition has become imense.Birth...
Even if you plan to plead guilty to a DUI, seeking the professional advice of a lawyer on your case often makes good sense. The ramifications of a DUI conviction...
It is a good idea to obtain a separate telephone line into your home or to have a separate cell phone to receive adoption related calls only. Make sure you have...
The breathalyzer test is a standard tool for police officers when they investigate a case of a motorist possibly driving under the influence of alcohol. The test...
The legal definitions of sexual assault and rape vary depending on state laws. Some states do not even use those terms in their penal codes to classify sex-related...
Birthmothers who want to contact a family are likely to be up to date on technology, so you need to be also.Your online profile needs to include a visible and easy...
When a child is adopted in a foreign country and brought to the United States, the question arises as to when that child becomes a United States citizen. This is...
There is naturally a lot of anxiety about the first conversation with the birth mother. You will feel you have so very much at stake, and you will be afraid that...
A conviction for a first-offense DUI in Virginia likely will affect both your bank account and your driving privileges.A DUI – for operating either a motor...
Perhaps the most important thing which you must accomplish in your first conversation with the birth mother is to make her feel that you really care about her....
There is a natural fear of revealing personal information to a stranger. You might feel you should not have to do this. While the feeling is understandable,...
While the primary purpose of your initial conversation with the birth mother is for her to find out about you, there are plenty of things you need to find out about...
It is very likely that the birth mother may not live in Virginia. Because people travel between states so frequently, it comes as something of a surprise to many...
Early on in your discussions with the birth mother, you will need to come to a point where you and she have a preliminary understanding that she intends to place...
In your initial discussions with the birth mother, it is probable that at some point you will talk about what contact or information she would like to have in the...
As your conversations with the birth mother continue, you will want to work through several important issues.First, you will want to be sure that the birth mother...
In Virginia, the charge of taking indecent liberties with a child primarily targets certain acts of a sexual nature when they are performed by an adult with a child...
In Virginia, those accused of taking indecent liberties with a minor typically face a class 5 felony, though the charges can vary depending on the circumstances...
It is important for the birth mother to complete a Social and Medical History form. If it is possible, the birth father should complete one as well. These...
Because of the important ethical concern that babies not be bought and sold, each state has adopted certain laws to govern what types of payments may be made in...
It should be remembered that the birth father is going through his own struggles concerning the pregnancy. While those struggles may be different in many respects...
The most important thing to remember about birth fathers is that in Virginia they have exactly the same rights as birth mothers. This is not true in many other...
As the weather begins to warm up, local concert venues begin to open their doors. While thousands in the Northern Virginia area responsibly enjoy concerts at venues...
Sometimes the birth mother will state that she does not know the identity of the birth father. This may or may not be true. If the birth mother gives a reasonable...
DNA paternity tests have in recent years become relatively easy and inexpensive to obtain. Virginia has a paternity statute which states that if any party...
The ideal way to deal with birth father rights is for the birth mother to speak with him about what is best for their child. Unfortunately, this does not happen...
If the birth father does not sign an Out of Court Consent, then he must be given notice of the adoption proceeding and have an opportunity to appear in court. This...
One of the more recent developments in Adoption Law in Virginia is the Putative Father Registry. The idea behind it is simple, but there are many difficult...
gHospital policies concerning adoptions of children born in the hospital are not uniform. Much improvement in these policies has taken place in recent years,...
After the birth mother has recovered from the delivery, a social worker for the hospital will normally meet with her alone in her room. It is the job of the...
In Virginia, a parent of a child has legal authority to formally grant custody of that child to another person without the need for a court order. It is remarkable,...
Child custody cases can be complex and emotionally grueling experiences for those involved, no matter the financial circumstances. For the most part, the issues...
Reckless driving in Virginia is a criminal offense rather than a traffic offense and therefore carries severe consequences. A Class 1 misdemeanor, reckless driving...
While health insurance plans vary considerably, most plans will not provide coverage for a child prior to the entry of a formal Custody Order at the conclusion...
Child custody cases can be complex and emotionally grueling experiences for those involved, no matter the financial circumstances. For the most part, the issues...
In an adoption case, extremely important rights and responsibilities are being determined. The parental rights of the birth parents are being terminated....
In an unpublished decision recently rendered by the Court of Appeals of Virginia, Virginia’s standards of proof in contested adoption cases was again addressed.In...
The attorney with the greatest responsibility is the attorney retained by the adoptive parents. He or she will be the person who moves the case forward from...
Virginia does not require that an attorney be retained to represent the birth parents. It is not unusual for a parental placement adoption to proceed without...
The law requires that an attorney be appointed by the court to serve as guardian ad litem for the child. This attorney’s job is to investigate and report...
If a child is being placed across state lines, then another attorney will be necessary. All fifty states and the District of Columbia have adopted the Interstate...
The law requires that a Home Study investigation of the prospective adoptive home be made by a licensed child placing agency. This report will be filed with...
There are many excellent child placing agencies in Virginia which you may contract with to prepare the Home Study. It will make a difference, however, which...
The agency you select to prepare the Home Study will be primarily concerned about complying with requirements from both the Code of Virginia and regulations issued...
While Circuit Courts in Virginia have long had the authority to grant an adoption without the Consents of the Birth Parents of the child, in 1995 the General Assembly...
There is good news for families pursuing adoption. The final version of the tax reform bill before Congress has preserved the adoption tax credit!Also, the...
The terms “attachment” and “bonding” are often confused. Attachment refers to a child’s emotional connection to caregivers....
The Constitutional Rights of Birth Parents are extremely important. Parental Rights are recognized as fundamental rights under the Due Process Clause of the...
In Copeland v. Todd, the Supreme Court of Virginia pointed out that the standards of proof in contested adoption cases must be read along with eight other factors...
In the important 2011 case of Copeland v. Todd, the Supreme Court of Virginia upheld the constitutionality of Section 63.2-1205 of the Code of Virginia, which sets...
When Section 63.2-1205 was enacted in 1995, it included language requiring the trial court to consider whether failure to grant the Petition for Adoption would...
More than 1,200 bills cleared the legislature, and were signed by Gov. Ralph Northam, with most taking effect Wednesday, July 1, 2020.Some of the most notable updates...
Virginia Passes Law To Release People From Prison: Conditions & Exceptions ApplyIn response to COVID-19, Virginia passed a law allowing the release of people...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Rachel focuses her practice on family law matters.Rachel is from Amherst, Virginia and graduated /magna cum laude/ from Virginia Tech. She majored in Political...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Taylor Sanders, an Ohio native, graduated from the University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Paralegal Studies, specializing in Litigation....
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Robert H. Klima serves as Senior Counsel at The Irving Law Firm. Mr. Klima has been actively engaged in the private practice of law in Manassas, Virginia since...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Madeline Meckes focuses her practice on corporate law, civil litigation, wills and trusts, and Title IX investigations. Madeline graduated from George Mason...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Angela Morehouse is the Lead Senior Attorney for Family Law at The Irving Law Firm. She frequently litigates high-conflict family law matters including divorce,...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Fernando Villarroel, a long-time resident of Northern Virginia and native Spanish speaker, graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Arts degree...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110John Irving brings a working knowledge of all aspects of the legal process to any case or client with his extensive and eclectic legal background. In 1997, John...
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9253 Mosby St., 2nd Floor, Manassas, VA 20110Accidents are a part of life and no one knows when you might face one. They can be devastating, leaving you with physical and emotional trauma, medical bills, lost...
What Is Estate Administration?Estate administration is primarily the method through which a deceased person’s estate is distributed to beneficiaries and heirs,...
As you go through life, you often accumulate a range of assets and properties. Because of this, it is essential to have a plan to legally transfer these to your...
Fairfax Stepparent Adoption AttorneyServing Clients In Northern Virginia & StatewideWhen a parent remarries, the stepparent may become more of a parent to the...
Fairfax Parental Placement Adoption LawyerPrince William County Adoption AttorneyVirginia law recognizes the rights of birth parents to place their child for adoption...
Virginia Interstate Adoption LawyerNorthern Virginia Attorney Handing Interstate AdoptionsIt is sometimes necessary to look beyond Virginia’s state lines...
Virginia International Adoption AttorneyThe International Adoption ProcessThe large majority of international adoptions are arranged through adoption agencies that...
Northern Virginia Foster Child Adoption AttorneyChildren are often placed in foster homes with the understanding that they might become available for adoption....
Northern Virginia Adoption LawyerThe decision whether or not to place your child for adoption is a difficult and sensitive one. If you are a birth mother considering...
Contested AdoptionsIt is not unusual for a birth parent to object to an adoption even if he or she has not played an important role, or sometimes any role, in the...
Fairfax Virginia Attorney For Agency AdoptionNorthern Virginia Adoption LawyerAn adoption agency can assist birth mothers in finding an adoptive family and adoptive...
Guiding You Through The Adoption ProcessThe Irving Law Firm can help you through your adoption process with competence and compassion. From our offices in...
Are You Facing Child Pornography Accusations In Manassas, VAHave you or someone you know been accused of producing, distributing, or possessing child pornography?...
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Experienced Rape Lawyers In Manassas VAIf you’re looking for a rape lawyer in Manassas, VA to defend your name from malicious accusations, then you’ve...
Have You Been Accused Of Online Solicitation Of A Minor In Manassas, VA?Do you or someone you know need a lawyer to defend you against “Use of Communications...
Have You Facing Indecent Liberties Charges In Manassas, VAAre you subject to being charged with taking indecent liberties with a minor? Do you need to speak with...
Have You Been Accused Of Indecent Exposure Or Public Nudity?If you’ve been accused of indecent exposure, or public nudity, you more than likely are facing...
Need A Sex Crime Lawyer In Manassas, VA?Sex crimes are very serious offenses. Not only can they carry very long prison sentences, but can require you to register...
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Reckless Driving Attorney In Manassas, VAHave you or someone you know gotten a ticket for reckless driving in Virginia? If so, continue reading to learn more...
Are You Dealing With A Second Offense DUI?Have you been charged with driving under the influence for a second time? If so, you may need an attorney to represent...
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Do You Need A DUI/DWI Attorney In Manassas, VA?If you are looking for a lawyer who will tirelessly fight to defend you against a DUI charge, then you’re in...
If you have been charged with murder, whether you are guilty or not, recruiting the help of a skilled criminal defense attorney should be your first action....
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Assault in Virginia may be considered a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident.Some types of assault you may be charged...
The Irving Law Firm, P.C. has decades of experience litigating in Northern Virginia and throughout the state. We have defended clients in many criminal cases...
If you are going through a divorce or legal separation in Northern Virginia, and the terms of your court ordered decree are not complied with, you will want...
A prenuptial agreement is a contract that a couple signs during their engagement phase. Both parties sign the agreement with a view toward what will happen...
A high net worth divorce can be very time consuming and difficult to understand for couples. Getting a divorce is already a daunting process, but when there...
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Filing for divorce is never easy. However, seeking out the right divorce lawyers will simplify the process and allow you to navigate the proceedings with greater...
Experienced Child Support Lawyers In Manassas, VirginiaDo you need a lawyer for child support in Virginia? Are you having a hard time receiving the child support...
Your Family MattersDuring the course of divorce or separation, sometimes it is in the best interests of your children’s future to obtain the services of a...
Spousal Support Lawyers In Manassas, VirginiaIt shouldn’t come as a surprise that a divorce can cause drastic changes in you, your family and your financial...
Family LawA legal issue involving your family can affect everyone you love and everything you own. Family plays a vital role in the lives of many people. Our law...
The Standards of Proof which a Court must consider in granting an Adoption without the Consent of a birth parent includes standard “catch all” language.That...
How long would you fight for your child? …days, weeks, months, years? How much money would you spend in your battle to protect your child? …hundreds,...
“Mike, we need to talk,” Kate said as soon as Mike walked in the door.“What now, Kate?” He replied in a resigned voice.“Look, I don’t...
If you’re at the point in your marriage that you’re considering taking some time off from your spouse, you may be wondering “What is the difference...
There’s some confusion in Virginia regarding legal separation and it truly is wise to seek out a family lawyer for help if you’re considering separating...
Understanding Divorce From Bed And BoardThe term “divorce from bed and board” is a legal term Virginia uses for a largely temporary divorce procedure...
When you walk into our office, you will be greeted by one of our capable staff members. If you need to make a payment, schedule an appointment or check for important...
The first of the eight standards of proof which a court is required to consider prior to determining whether the consents of birth parents to a proposed adoption...
There must be millions of missing car keys across America. Who hasn’t had a parent, aunt, neighbor, cousin, or spouse that just can’t ever find their...
The Department of Public Safety and Homeland Security, through Secretary Brian Moran, has encouraged prosecutors and judges to reconsider sentences for those incarcerated...
The Irving Law Firm was founded by John Irving, who believes that his firm is more than just a business but a family and community-driven enterprise. It is the...
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