Grenadier Duffett Levi Winkler & Rubin PC

Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! Here's to 2023!

As we wrap up our year, we just wanted to take a moment and thank all of our clients for their support. Since 1974, we’ve successfully guided generations of clients through their family issues. You can trust our attorneys to advise and represent you with respect and diligence.

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

Co-parenting can be tricky, so we put together this list of our Top Three Tips for Co-Parenting Negotiations. If you want to effectively negotiate with your co-parent, you have to be prepared. Educating yourself will give you the confidence you need to approach negotiations with a clear mind.

At Grenadier, Duffett, Levi, Winkler & Rubin, P.C., we know that going through a divorce is one of the most stressful situations someone can experience.

Aside from all the emotional pain and struggles, there are countless legal components to the process as well. Our experienced family law attorneys can advise you on the best course of action and help you achieve a positive outcome. Contact us today to get started!

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FALSE!

If you share ownership of, or equity in a residence, you don’t forfeit your rights by moving out of the shared residence. However, the decision to live in a separate residence can be complicated and comes with its own legal and practical implications. We recommend discussing this with your attorney before you decide.

Consulting an attorney that focuses on family law and has experience and expertise dealing with these issues will greatly increase your chances of making decisions that lead to the best possible outcome.

Contact GDLWR today to schedule an appointment with one of our expert attorneys!

Dividing retirement plans can be a very complex process. It requires careful attention from your lawyer. You may need a separate court order, called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to cover the division of retirement benefits. Get a copy of the Summary Plan Description from the retirement plan administrator before you make any decisions about retirement.

Check out the graphic below to learn about the 6 questions you need to ask your attorney about retirement benefit division before or after your divorce.

Divorce is hard - that's why you need a team dedicated to YOU and YOUR needs. Here at Grenadier Duffett Levi Winkler & Rubin PC, we put you first. Call us today to schedule your consultation.

Prenuptial agreements aren't the most romantic things to talk about, but sometimes they're necessary. If you are considering entering into a prenuptial agreement, our attorneys can help you understand what can go into such agreements and listen to your concerns and individual needs to help you determine how you may wish to structure an agreement that ensures you are meeting you and your prospective spouse’s objectives.

Dividing property is one of the trickier aspects of divorce and adding a business into the mix only further complicates things. Divorcing entrepreneurs often want to know how their divorce settlement with business assets works in Northern Virginia.

If you're concerned how your business assets will be affected by your divorce, contact the professionals at Grenadier Duffett Levi Winkler & Rubin PC to schedule an appointment.

Post-divorce, the holiday season can be difficult. That's why we thought we'd share these 10 Tips for Getting Through the Holidays After Divorce from MeetMindful. Let us know if you have any other tips in the comments! And read all about these helpful ideas here: https://www.meetmindful.com/10-tips-for-surviving-the-holidays-after-a-divorce/

Any couple that has been legally married in another state and lives in Virginia may obtain a divorce in Virginia if they meet the domicile and residency requirements, which arguably means that their rights upon any dissolution of their marriage can be determined just as any other married couple, bringing up issues of support and division of property.

The attorneys at Grenadier Duffett Levi Winkler & Rubin PC are well-versed in same s*x marriage laws, and can help you through your divorce with knowledge and compassion.

When going through the often difficult processes of divorce or other domestic relations matters, it is important to have a knowledgeable, reliable, and effective family and divorce attorney by your side. Here at Grenadier Duffett Levi Winkler & Rubin PC, we offer the knowledge and compassion you need to get through your divorce.

Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!

When your family has accumulated significant wealth and property, you are understandably concerned about how the assets will be divided by the court. Our experienced family law attorneys will meet with you to identify and create a thoughtful plan on how to tackle these complex issues and will bring significant experience and expertise to the table to help you navigate the process and preserve your wealth.

The holiday season is supposed to be a time for joy and family, a time where you are surrounded by your children and happiness. Unfortunately, for parents who have recently separated from or divorced their spouse, the holiday season could spell anxiety and stress.

Check out these easy tips that can help your family navigate the holiday season more smoothly by reducing stress for both parents and children.

Dividing property is one of the trickier aspects of divorce and adding a business into the mix only further complicates things. Divorcing entrepreneurs often want to know how their divorce settlement with business assets works in Northern Virginia.

Because marital property is generally divided equally, business owners may wonder if this holds true for them. Keep reading to learn how business assets are commonly valued and distributed during divorce.

https://vafamilylaw.com/divorce-settlement-business-assets-northern-virginia/

Since 1974, we’ve successfully guided generations of clients through their family issues. So whether you have questions about divorce, custody, support, distribution of property, or post-divorce issues, contact us to schedule an appointment at (703) 683-9000. You can trust our attorneys to advise and represent you with respect and diligence.

Today, we honor lawyers in the U.S. and encourage them to keep going. Law and the legal system has been around almost since the beginning of mankind in various forms, and despite those who abuse it, it is still a beacon of hope for those inclined towards justice.

Happy Love Your Lawyer Day!

There are two common types of Post-Divorce Actions: Enforcement and Modification. Our experienced attorneys are here to help you with either one. Visit our website to learn more: https://vafamilylaw.com/post-divorce-actions-modification-and-enforcement/

Wishing everyone a spook-tacular Halloween!

We love ending our weeks on a high note, so we wanted to share this testimonial from one of Linday's happy clients. We will do all we can to get a ruling in your favor! Call us today if you need legal help with your family law case.

One of the most important parts of your divorce is the planning that takes place both initially and at each stage of the process. After you meet with your attorney, you can expect to have a better understanding of Virginia law and the application of that law to your specific family circumstances. With the guidance of your attorney, you can expect to leave our office with a plan as to the grounds for divorce, custody and visitation, equitable distribution, and support.

Happy Diwali to all who celebrate!

Please join us in congratulating our very own Carolyn Abbate on being named a 2022 Top Lawer in Family Law by Arlington Magazine! Carolyn was also named a Top Lawyer in 2019 and 2021, and has reaceived numerous other awards. Read all about Carolyn here: https://vafamilylaw.com/top-family-law-attorney-in-arlington-magazine-2022/

Congratulations, Carolyn!

Some states differentiate between protective orders and restraining orders. In Virginia, these terms are used interchangeably—though the proper legal name of the order is Protective Order.

If you believe that you need to obtain protection for you or your family through the filing of a Protective Order, you should immediately consult with an attorney about whether the facts and circumstances of your situation are grounds to have a Protective Order issued, and to help you file to obtain such protection.

Arbitration and mediation are both means of resolving your family law case without having to go to court.

If both parties elect to retain an arbitrator, who is almost always another attorney or a retired judge who sat on a bench on a local Virginia court, the parties and their attorneys will meet with the arbitrator and make the best case as to why they should prevail on each outstanding issue. The arbitrator will then rule on the issues, and that ruling will be binding on the parties.

The difference between arbitration and mediation is that in mediation, the mediator does not decide the case; the parties make the decisions themselves.

If you need help resolving your family law case, but don't want to go to court, call us today. Our attorneys are experienced in both arbitration and mediation.