Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits for Former Spouses
The first GI Bill was enacted in 1944 as a way to provide benefits such as educational grants, mortgages, and business loans to veterans following World War II. It was passed because many service members experienced significant hardship upon re-entering the workforce and civilian life in general. The Bill increased the number of college-educated Americans […]
Kristen Kugel Attended the 40th Annual Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Conference
Kristen Kugel attended the 40th Annual Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Conference on July 28-29, 2022. What is the Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Conference? Over the course of the conference, over 120 lawyers, judges, and lay persons learned about new developments in the disciplinary system and worked in small groups to simulate the scenarios the committees […]
Mediation Versus Litigation
If you are involved in a divorce or other family law matter, you will need to have a clear understanding of the concepts of mediation and litigation.
Tips for Testifying in a Virtual/Remote Hearing
COVID-19 has affected nearly every aspect of our lives. It has also impacted the court system.
Divorce Support Group
Divorces are emotionally taxing and stressful, even during the best of times.
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.
Shelter-In-Place: What Does That Mean for Custodial Exchanges?
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it. Each day, people are having to adapt to constantly changing rules, policies, and advisories.
Ideas for Activities in the Time of Coronavirus
Here we all are, in an age of social distancing and remote working. To some people, it sounds like a perfect staycation opportunity. To others, it feels like an automatic sentence for cabin fever. We at Cooper Ginsberg Gray know there are struggles associated with self isolating and social distancing. We hope we can help […]
How Do I Separate From My Spouse?
While it takes “two to marry” it only takes “one to divorce.”