Kugel Attends 42nd Annual Advanced Famiily Law CLE
On April 22nd and 23rd, CGG Partner Kristen Kugel traveled to Richmond for a Board of Governors meeting and an evening of networking with colleagues from across the Commonwealth. The next day, Kristen attended the 42nd Annual Advanced Family Law CLE where colleagues presented on a number of fascinating and pressing family law issues. During […]
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 […]
Meet the Team – Melisa Thurmond
Today, we are excited to highlight Melissa Thurmond! Melissa has been with CGG since February of 2024, and is close to finishing up her first year of law school! 1. When did you know that you wanted to go to law school, and what would you describe as the impetus for your decision? I have […]
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!! […]
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 […]
Anderson Promoted to Partner
Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC is proud to announce the promotion of Carly M. Anderson to Partner! Carly’s interest in pursuing a legal career began with her internship at Cooper Ginsberg Gray, where she was introduced to family law and the values that define our firm. Carly later joined CGG as an associate attorney in 2017. […]
What Happens to Retirement Assets in Divorce?
Retirement assets are divided in a straightforward manner in Virginia divorces, and the division varies based on the type of asset. The most common type of retirement is a “defined contribution” plan – an account that you and/or your employer will pay into, and that carries a balance, like a 401(k), IRA, 403(b), Thrift Savings […]
CGG has moved!
BIG NEWS! We have moved!! Our new address – effective December 22, 2025 – is: Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC 2677 Prosperity Avenue, Suite 750 Fairfax, VA 22031 (703) 934-1480