by William Ashwell | Jul 17, 2023 | Divorce and family law
Prenups are legal documents for securing financial stability. How does a prenuptial agreement work? Learn more in this Ashwell & Ashwell PLLC guide. Prenuptial Agreements in Virginia We buy insurance to plan for the worst, such as a serious car...
by William Ashwell | Jun 30, 2023 | Divorce and family law
Divorce is a complicated matter for any couple. But it is even more challenging when couples over 50 decide to go through a so-called gray divorce. What Is a Gray Divorce? The decision to divorce, at any age, is never an easy one; but the challenges of...
by William Ashwell | Jun 18, 2023 | Land use and zoning
Buying a new home means making many critical decisions. You must not only find a property you like, but you must also determine if it is a wise investment. You also need to ensure your purchase agreement contains sound provisions that are fair to all parties. Since...
by William Ashwell | Jun 16, 2023 | Divorce and family law
Adultery can have significant implications for divorce proceedings. While Virginia is a “no-fault” divorce state, meaning that fault or wrongdoing does not have to be proven for a divorce to be granted, adultery can still be considered grounds for divorce. Here, you...
by William Ashwell | May 31, 2023 | Criminal defense
Illegal Search in a Criminal Case Those who have been accused of a criminal offense are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, and there is a high standard for proving that a crime occurred, as a result. The state needs compelling evidence to file...