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Considering filing for divorce in Virginia? Here’s how to start the divorce process.
If you’re considering divorce, you likely have questions about how to start the divorce process. If your matter is contested — meaning you and your spouse haven’t reached an agreement on one [...]
Why a paid family lawyer consultation is worth the investment
If you’re considering consulting with a family law attorney, you may be wondering whether paying for the initial consultation is something you should spend money on. Here are four reasons paying for [...]
Can I waive spousal support in Virginia or DC?
Yes, in Virginia and Washington, DC, you can waive your right to spousal support (also known as alimony), and courts will enforce a properly drafted waiver. Because this decision is often final, [...]
5 tips for having the prenup talk
A prenuptial agreement, or a “prenup,” is a contract couples create before marriage that outlines how finances will be handled during the marriage and how assets would be divided if the marriage [...]
6 Tucker Family Law Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Top Lawyers by Washingtonian
Washington, DC — Six Tucker partners — Emily Baker, Marina Barannik, Jonathan Dana, Jennifer Davison, Katherine O’Rourke and Sarah Zimmerman — have been recognized by Washingtonian in its 2025 Top Lawyers list [...]
Divorce litigation: what to expect when your case goes to court
Divorce is one of life’s biggest transitions. On top of personal and financial uncertainty and changes, you may also be interacting with the court system for the first time. The good news [...]
Tucker Family Law Earns Tier 1 Honors in 2026 “Best Law Firms” List
Washington, DC — Tucker PLLC, one of the largest family law firms in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region, has once again earned Tier 1 rankings in the areas of Family Law and [...]
In the news: New custody statute hailed as more ‘child-centric’
Tucker founding partner Sarah J. Zimmerman was recently featured in The Daily Record discussing Maryland’s new child custody statute — a major step toward making the custody determination process more “child-centric.” Sarah shares how the [...]
Lawdragon Names 7 Tucker Partners to 2026 “500 Leading Family Lawyers” List
Washington, DC — Seven Tucker PLLC partners are honored on Lawdragon’s 2026 500 Leading Family Lawyers list. The award recognizes the nation’s most respected family law attorneys who have excelled in family [...]
No-fault doesn’t mean no consequences: how bad behavior matters in D.C. and Maryland divorces
Many people often assume that because D.C. and Maryland are “no-fault” divorce jurisdictions, a spouse’s conduct during the marriage isn’t relevant. That’s not true. Even in no-fault divorces, conduct during the marriage, [...]
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