CGG Attends Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Retreat
CGG paralegals Jennifer Horn and Jamie Montoney attended the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Advanced Family Law Paralegal Retreat this past weekend, joining other family law paralegals from across Virginia for a day of collaboration and professional development. The program, “Creating the Storyline,” focused on shaping compelling, effective case narratives, an essential skill in our practice. […]
CGG Presents at 2026 Spring CLE Conference
Earlier this month, CGG Partner Nathan Olson presented at the 2026 Spring CLE Conference of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section. The event took place at the Le Méridien Hotel in Washington, D.C. Nathan’s panel covered complex financial issues for small business owners and corporate employees. Other panelists included Jessica Kirk Drennan an attorney […]
CGG Recognized as 2026 Rising Stars
CGG is thrilled to announce that three of our attorneys have been recognized as 2026 Rising Stars®! Carly Anderson – Rising Stars® 2020–2026 Alex Lewis – Rising Stars® 2018–2026 Alexandra “Bailee” Brumfield – Rising Stars® 2024–2026 The Rising Stars® designation is a tremendous honor — only 2.5% of attorneys in each state are selected. Candidates […]
CGG Recognized as Super Lawyers
Big news at CGG! We are thrilled to celebrate our attorneys’ recognition in the 2026 Super Lawyers® listings — including some truly remarkable milestones! A special shoutout to Dan, honored for the 17th consecutive year and recognized on the Top 100 Virginia, Top 10 Virginia, AND Top 5 Virginia Family Law Super Lawyers lists for […]
CGG Celebrates Administrative Professionals Day
Today CGG celebrates our incredible team of administrative professionals: Lauren Oufiero (Firm Administrator), Daphne Encarnacion (Billing Assistant), along with Melissa Thurmond, Kiley Smith and Adriana Switzer (Administrative Assistants). These dedicated professionals keep the firm running smoothly every single day, and we are so grateful for each and every one of them! Happy Administrative Professionals Day!! […]
How Are Assets Divided in a Virginia Divorce?
Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face. Among the most frequent questions that new clients ask our lawyers is: “What happens to our property?” It’s a natural concern, and the answer is guided by Virginia’s “Equitable Distribution” laws. Virginia Is an “Equitable Distribution” State Virginia does not […]
Meet the Team- David Ginsberg
Say hello to David Ginsberg! 1. CGG has been in business for nearly 22 years! What has been the best part of your job as you look back? My goal in practicing family law is to help individuals and families navigate a difficult time in their life, and to help them move forward in a […]
Meet the Team – Cheri Federici
Next up on our Meet The Team series is Cheri Federici! 1. You have recently announced that you will be retiring this summer after 36 years in the legal field. What will you miss most about your work? My work family at CGG! 2. What are you most looking forward to in retirement? Traveling with […]
Meet the Team – Alexander T. Lewis
Today, we’re excited to kick off our Meet the Team series so you can get to know the familiar faces that make up CGG. First up – Alex! 1. What do you find most rewarding about practicing family law? Being able to help people adjust to their new “normal” – whether it be with co-parenting […]
Divorcing a Federal Employee? Here’s What You Need to Know About Their FERS Retirement
If you are going through a divorce and your spouse works for the federal government, their retirement benefits may be one of the most valuable assets on the table — and one of the most misunderstood. Federal retirement benefits involve a unique set of rules and must be very carefully addressed in your divorce settlement […]