Asking if an applicant had a felony, is it allowed in Virginia?
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Kristina Keech Spitler Inducted into Virginia Lawyers Weekly 2024 Lawyers Hall of Fame
We are thrilled to announce that Kristina Keech Spitler, Vice President and Shareholder of Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C., has been named to the 2024 Lawyers Hall of Fame by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. The Lawyers Hall of Fame honors Virginia attorneys who have made lasting contributions to the legal field […]
Virginia Takes a Major Step Forward in Criminal Justice Reform by Sealing Past Convictions
Written by: Bradley Marshall Virginia is on the verge of implementing a groundbreaking law that will shield certain past criminal convictions, including some lower-level felonies, from public view. This legislation, which has been in the works for years, marks a historic shift in how the state handles criminal records. For […]
Kristina Keech Spitler’s Insights on the Succession Planning Legal Profession
The legal profession is navigating a transformative period as the baby boomer generation moves into retirement, bringing succession planning to the forefront of law firm management. At the 135th Annual Meeting of the Virginia Bar Association, the Law Practice Management Division and the Elder Law and Special Needs Section hosted […]
Decoding Attorney Fees: What You Need to Know in Virginia Civil Cases
Written by: Callie Kyhl When someone fails to fulfill their obligations and refuses to make amends, the wronged party often believes they can recover attorney fees if they are forced to take legal action. After all, it’s not their fault they had to sue—so shouldn’t they be entitled to their […]