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Who Should Be on Your Team?
If you are in business for yourself or with partners, then you work hard for your customers and clients. In turn, you expect to be fairly compensated for those efforts. You have likely worked long hours, weekends, and even holidays. You have experienced shortened vacations ...
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Who Should Be on Your Team?
If you are in business for yourself or with partners, then you work hard for your customers and clients. In turn, you expect to be fairly compensated for those efforts. You have likely worked long …by Stephen K. Lewellyn -
Corporation or Limited Liability Company – What is better for you? (Updated)
A common question from many business clients, especially for start-up businesses, is what kind of business structure should they use. Many people starting their first business have the mistaken belief …by Stephen K. Lewellyn -
The Impact of Retirement on Spousal Support
Spousal Support After Retirement in California What happens when a former spouse has been ordered to pay spousal support indefinitely, but now wants to retire? In the past, some Virginia courts ruled …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
Cohabitation before Marriage and Its Impact on Divorce
Many couples live together for years before deciding to tie the knot. During long periods of premarital cohabitation, what happens when couples mingle finances or contribute to the value of each …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
Meet Stephen K. Lewellyn
Stephen K. Lewellyn , a partner with Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC, has been with the firm since graduating law school. What types of law do you practice? My practice is in two areas. …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
Changes are Coming for Alimony Taxation
The new tax law will have a big impact on families going through a separation or divorce. Alimony (known as spousal support in Virginia) has long been considered taxable income for the recipient and …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
Meet Stephen P. Will
Meet Stephen P. Will , a partner at Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC . He has been with the firm since 1976. What types of law do you practice? Primarily, I practice real estate …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
Meet Elizabeth Thorne
Meet Elizabeth Thorne , a partner at Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC. , who has been with the firm since 2006. She is a litigator with a focus on Family Law . Why did you choose to …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
Meet Rex L. Edwards, Jr.
Meet Rex L. Edwards, Jr. , a partner at Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC . He has been with the firm since 1992. What areas of Law do you practice? Primarily Family Law and Personal …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
What to Say After a Motor Vehicle Accident
The number one rule after a motor vehicle accident is do not give a statement to any insurance company about the accident until you have spoken to a qualified attorney . There are no exceptions to …by Stephen K. Lewellyn -
What the Surgeon General Hasn’t Told You
Most of us in Virginia and across the U.S. are familiar with warnings from the Surgeon General. The “WARNING”, outlined in a thin black box on tobacco products, informs consumers about the dangers of …by Rex L. Edwards -
Are There Risks to Using Social Media in Litigation?
Even though you might believe that your account is private and you have ensured your privacy settings are switched on, you may be surprised to learn that your social media posts are not actually …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
$1.8 Million Jury Award In Wrongful Pregnancy Case
DISCLAIMER: CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE AND DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE. Stephen K. Lewellyn , senior litigation attorney at …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
How Is Child Support Calculated in Virginia?
Child support is calculated using many variables, including the parents’ wages and other forms of income. There is not a set formula for calculating child support; rather, the judge who is overseeing …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
Why Not Creating a Will Places You at a Disadvantage
Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC has long been an advocate for protecting your family, your best interests, and especially the wealth you have created. The recent passing of the pop …by Stephen P. Will
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“Grandparents’ Rights” and Kinship Care
Kinship care is when grandparents or other extended family , step in and take care of children. This can happen if, for any reason, the parent is unable to provide for the child. It may be due to the …by Elizabeth G. Thorne -
Minimum Insurance Leaves Drivers Vulnerable to Uninsured and Underinsured Negligent Drivers
If you drive a car in Virginia, you are required by law to carry liability insurance of at least $25,000 of coverage per claimant with a cap of $50,000 if multiple claims arise from the same accident. …by Rex L. Edwards
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Criminal Law Developments Examined at Annual Criminal Law Seminar
Criminal law attorney, Michael Mott, attended the highly acclaimed 46th Annual Criminal Law Seminar in Charlottesville, VA. on February 12, 2016. He heard the latest developments in criminal law as …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
34th Annual Family Law Seminar
Domestic Relations and Family Law Attorneys Elizabeth G. Thorne and Rex L. Edwards, Jr. attended the 34th Annual Family Law Seminar: Hot Topics in Domestic Practice Today on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015 in …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
National Estate Planning Awareness Week
It’s been estimated that 70% of Americans do not have a proper estate plan. Many people believe that estate planning is only for the wealthy. It is not. Estate planning includes creating Wills, …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
Looking For Answers
Holding ourselves ethically accountable to our clients is something we take seriously. Attorneys at DBWLE recently attended the 2015 ALPS CLE program, “Looking for Answers.” This program provided an …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC -
Elder Law
By 2020 over 56 million Americans will be over the age of 65. Elder Law, a field covering estate planning, disability, guardianship and other aging-related issues, is becoming increasingly critical. …by Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn & Edwards, PLC