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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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Stopped By ICE in Public: A Quick Guide for Immigrants
If you are stopped by ICE on the street or in another public place, you should exercise your rights and remove yourself from the situation if possible.
What to Do if ICE Comes to Your Workplace: A Quick Guide for Immigrants
If ICE agents unexpectedly show up at your place of employment, the best thing you can do is stay calm and exercise your constitutional rights.
What to Do if ICE Knocks on Your Door: A Quick Guide for Immigrants
Everyone living in the U.S., regardless of their citizenship status, has certain rights. If ICE shows up at your door, you should exercise yours.
Can ICE Detain U.S. Citizens?
Generally speaking, ICE cannot legally detain U.S. citizens, as they only have authority to arrest individuals who entered the country illegally. However, this is not always the case.
What to Do After an ICE Arrest: A Quick Guide for Immigrants
There are several actions you can take to protect your interests in the days following an ICE arrest. The most important, however, is to hire an attorney.
Following Too Closely in Virginia: A Quick Guide
Following too closely (often called “tailgating”) is a traffic infraction in Virginia, punishable by both fines and DMV demerit points.
Are Food Allergies a Workplace Disability?
Generally speaking, yes, most food allergies count as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Virginia Larceny Case
Virginia prosecutors will often support larceny charges using evidence gained from the defendant’s own mistakes, such as in instances of self-incrimination.
11 Ways an Attorney Can Help You Start a Small Business in Virginia
A small business attorney can help coach you through tasks like business formation, and can help you limit your liability in the event of a lawsuit.
10 Questions to Expect During a Deportation Defense Consultation
In most cases, attorneys will ask you several common questions so they can better identify the possible defenses you’ll have in your deportation case.
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.