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Read more“You are so right.” “Those jeans look kind of baggy. Do they come in a smaller size.” “I too cannot believe my mother said that. What a *&^%!” “Do you look like you’ve been at home eating bon-bons all day? No way, you amazing and beautiful mother of my...
Read moreAt Kales & Kales, we normally focus our attention on helping individuals through the divorce process. However, we were recently approached by Speaker of the House John Boehner and Rep. Nancy Pelosi, who asked for our help. It seems that the United States needs a divorce. According to Reps....
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Updated in 2026 Divorce can be stressful and costly. Families in Fairfax, Tysons Corner, Arlington, and the surrounding Northern Virginia area often struggle to understand how traditional divorce litigation compares with the Collaborative Divorce Process. This article compares the typical costs of these two approaches. Traditional Divorce Litigation in...
Read moreAt Kales & Kales, we focus a sizable portion of our practice on low-cost, uncontested divorces. If you are wondering whether you need to hire a law firm or a lawyer to handle your case, consider the following: People who handle their own cases are rarely viewed favorably by...
Read moreMediation is a faster, cheaper, less painful alternative to a traditional, court based divorce. Additionally, parents who mediate have a better long-term relationship with their children. However, if you can’t stand to be in the same room with your spouse, if you can’t get past saying hello without an...
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