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And we’re sharing that power with you. Search our knowledge base, or read our most recent articles below.
Why Have a Knowledge Base?
At Tingen & Williams, we believe that a good client relationship is an informed and empowered client relationship. We want you to know what’s going on in your case, and what we’re doing for you.
Our growing library of more than 600 legal articles demonstrates our commitment to transparency with our clients.
Ranging from Immigration Law to Criminal Defense, Virginia Divorce to Personal Injury, our Knowledge Base provides quick, accessible, and educational legal information to tens of thousands of visitors every single month.
We edit all of our content on a quarterly basis and adhere to strict editorial guidelines to ensure that our articles provide the most up-to-date and accurate information.
Over the past few years we’ve received website visits, phone calls, and questions about our articles from other lawyers and even law enforcement.
Our firm takes pride in the trust we’ve built not only among our clients, but throughout Virginia’s legal community.
By carefully curating and updating our already-extensive Knowledge Base, we hope to offer our extensive trust and experience to you as well.
Jacob Tingen
Managing Partner, Tingen & Williams, PLLC
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How to File for a Family-Based Immigrant Visa
Filing for a family-based immigrant visa can be a long and expensive road. Before you choose to file, make sure you understand the basics of the process.
How to Start a Business in Virginia: A 10-Step Guide
This step-by-step guide walks you through every aspect of starting a new business in Virginia, from choosing your idea to marketing your new brand.
The Virginia Divorce Process: A 6-Step Guide
In this guide, we cover the basics of the Virginia divorce process, and break these basics down in a 6 step example of Virginia’s uncontested divorce process.
Equitable Distribution: How to Divide Your Property During a Virginia Divorce
If you’re planning to file for divorce in Virginia, you’ll have to go through the state’s equitable distribution process to divide your property.
Reckless Driving in Virginia: The Ultimate Guide
Reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia, punishable by hefty fines, license suspension, and even, in some cases, jail time.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Virginia: The Ultimate Guide
There are 5 general ways to receive DUI charges in Virginia, all of which will result in the loss of your license, fines, and possibly even jail time.
United States Trademark Law: The Ultimate Guide
Registering your first trademark can be hard. Luckily, this guide covers everything you need to know about registering your mark with the USPTO.
Affirmative and Defensive Asylum: What’s the Difference?
While the affirmative and defensive asylum processes include many of the same steps, there are also several key differences that you should be aware of.
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Grandparent’s Rights in Virginia: A Quick Guide
While the Virginia Code doesn’t include a specific section on grandparent’s rights, grandparents can still win visitation and custody in certain situations.
11 Ways to Protect Your Finances During a Virginia Divorce
Individuals who are filing for divorce in Virginia should take into account the profound effect that the divorce will have on their financial situation.
11 Professionals You Should Talk To During Your Virginia Divorce
In most divorces it’s wise to hire a “dream team” of experienced professionals who can provide the guidance and answers you’ll need in your case.
Estate Planning for Millennials in Virginia: A Quick Guide
Compared to older generations, millennials have to take more into account when planning their estate, such as digital assets and cohabitating partners.
Virginia’s Implied Consent Law: A Quick Guide
Under Virginia’s implied consent law, anyone who drives on a Virginia highway automatically consents to breathalyzer and blood testing upon a DUI arrest.
DMV Demerit Points in Virginia: A Quick Guide
The DMV will assign “demerit” points to your driving record for every moving violation conviction. Once you reach 18 points, you may lose your license.
14 Questions to Ask During Your Virginia Divorce Consultation
There are several important questions that you should ask your attorney during a divorce consultation. In this article, we cover the 14 most common.
Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Virginia?
Due to several recent laws, individuals may qualify for an affirmative defense in medical marijuana cases. However, the substance is still largely illegal.
Can I Make a Joint Will With My Spouse in Virginia?
In other states, joint wills can be a useful way to divide your property after death. In Virginia, however, they’re generally considered to be a bad idea.
Is Virginia a One-Party Consent State?
Yes, Virginia is a “one-party consent state.” This means that at least one party must be aware of the recording device or software for a recording to be legal.
Case Study: Political Asylum Granted
My client had already discussed the case with other attorneys who told him he didn’t have a strong case. Despite this, I helped the client file, and eventually win, his asylum claim.
Case Study: I-212 Waiver and Adjustment Granted After Prior Order of Removal
We routinely do adjustment of status applications for many clients, but it’s unusual to have to also have to file an I-212 waiver alongside the application.
