National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month – a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted by suicide. It’s also a time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and share messages of hope. At CGG, […]
Please support our friends at Shelter House!!
CGG has taken a little break from the tournament this year, but domestic violence doesn’t take breaks. Thankfully, our community has the vast services provided by Shelter House. Please consider sponsoring and/or playing in their tournament! CGG has helped Shelter House raise significant funds over the last two decades and you can too! Enjoy a […]
Cooper, Ginsberg, and Gray Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers in America
Congratulations to our outstanding lawyers for their hard work and dedication to our clients.
Will my Spouse Receive Part of my Inheritance in our Virginia Divorce?
The classification of assets into separate, marital, or hybrid categories plays a crucial role in determining how property will be divided.
Post-Separation Relationships and the Impact on Divorce in Virginia
If you and your spouse have officially separated and are waiting for your divorce to be finalized, you may be tempted to dive back into the dating scene. However, in Virginia, a post-separation sexual relationship is still considered adultery. If you are considering a post-separation relationship, continue reading to learn the potential consequences. What is […]
5 Tips for a Cost-Effective Divorce
Divorce is infamous for being an emotionally exhausting experience – some research has even likened it to the pain of suffering a death in the family. But it can also be financially draining. Depending on how contentious the parties are, whether custody of children is at issue, and how large and complex the estate is, […]
8 Legal Changes Affecting Family Law Cases in Virginia
Several new laws took effect in Virginia on July 1, 2024, that involve family law matters. Here is a synopsis: CHANGES PERTAINING TO ADOPTION First, Virginia Code §63.2-1201.1 is now gender neutral (references to “a man and a woman” have been removed). Second, hospitals are authorized to release a child to prospective adoptive parents when […]
Celebrating Pride Month with Noteworthy LGBTQ+ Legal Milestones in Family Law and Beyond
Happy Pride Month! June is Pride Month, and to celebrate, we wanted to share a timeline of noteworthy LGBTQ legal milestones: Recognition in Law & Rights In 1958, the Supreme Court upheld constitutional protection for pro-homosexual writing in One, Inc. v. Olesen. This was the first Supreme Court ruling on homosexuality. In July 1961, Illinois […]
Can I stop making support payments once I declare bankruptcy? Not a good idea.
Oftentimes clients believe that declaring some form of bankruptcy puts an immediate freeze on paying their debts, including the payment of court ordered child and spousal support. Making this assumption is not only incorrect, but can be very costly. Under Title 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code, a “domestic support obligation” specifically includes support […]
CGG Lawyers made 2024 Super Lawyers List
We are proud to announce that several of our attorneys have made the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list! Super Lawyers® is a rating service of lawyers that utilizes a multiphase selection process to create a comprehensive and diverse listing of attorneys that can be used as a resource when searching for legal counsel. […]