If a loved one has recently died or become mentally incapacitated, finding the person’s estate planning documents is essential. The estate planning process and associated documents are critical to making decisions on the
Virginia statutes provide for the "equitable" distribution of the marital property and marital debt between the parties at the conclusion of the divorce. "Marital property" consists of all jointly-titled property as well as
For most people, the phrase “power of attorney” means very little. Even for those educated on the subject, it is easy to forget exactly who serves what role and why. Whether you are
If you have kids, you probably anticipate that they will pursue some sort of post-secondary education such as college or trade school or certification. You have probably also thought about saving to help
If you’re starting a business, you may have started to do your homework to weigh your options for what kind of business entity you want to create. You’ve likely considered the tax and
For many, owning your own business is the essential American dream. What starts as an idea can grow into a business plan, but there are a lot of financial and legal considerations you
For the second year in a row, John McCormick was selected by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in the Business/Corporate practice area. John has been practicing law in Virginia for the past
