On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 31, 2019 | Family Law
Divorcing couples in Virginia have a lot to contend with. While figuring out practical matters related to asset division, custody, and support are certainly important, it’s also vital that couples know how to properly deal with divorce-related stress. In this case,...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 14, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Whether you were distracted or in a rush while driving, getting pulled over by a police officer for a moving violation will force you to concentrate and slow down immediately. If you are like most motorists, it is likely that you will decide to pay the fine and not...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 11, 2019 | Family Law
It can be tempting to seek out support from friends on Facebook when you are in the middle of a difficult divorce. Updating your status, sharing photos of a rare night out and venting about your soon-to-be ex are all activities that can help you decompress and release...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 7, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you find yourself charged with a crime, you need the advice of an experienced Virginia criminal defense attorney. Most people have no idea how complicated the laws and procedures are that surround a criminal charge. Criminal defense lawyer Eric Roland Spencer will...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 7, 2019 | Family Law
Basics of divorce in Virginia Using Roanoke as an example, if you are divorcing in Roanoke, to obtain a Roanoke legal divorce, either you or your spouse must be a resident of Virginia or a member of any armed force stationed in Virginia for six months. Either spouse...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 7, 2019 | Family Law
Absolute and limited divorce In Virginia, there are two types of divorce: absolute and limited. An absolute divorce means that the divorce is permanent, allows remarriage, and terminates property claims. When the court grants a limited divorce, it means that the...
On behalf of Spencer Law PLLC | Jan 7, 2019 | Family Law
It’s very common in a divorce for alimony or child support payments to be based on a spouse’s income. But while “income” seems simple to understand, that’s not always the case. Here are three examples of how it’s not always clear whether money someone receives is...
