Tate Bywater, Attorneys

09/11/2020

Victory Over Zoning Board

Considering an addition to your home or facing zoning issues with a future project? A recent case may help guide your way to overcoming the battle against your local zoning board.

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/victory-over-zoning-board/

Fairfax County Circuit Court overturned a decision by the Vienna Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) denying a local resident’s application for a variance to build a screened-in porch. The Petitioners owned a corner lot in Vienna near a stream, which caused an unbearable amount of mosquitos.

08/26/2020

Belinda Fino is one of our amazing legal assistants who helps clients during each step of the legal process. One former client wrote this review:

"I was most pleased with Belinda. She was clear and concise with the court proceedings as well as providing any updates or pertinent information leading up to my court date. I felt completely in the know throughout every stop of the process."

On top of that, Belinda is fully fluent in Spanish. This is the kind of service Tate Bywater is proud to provide for our community!

08/03/2020

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Specialties: Tate Bywater exists to help you tackle the tough legal issues in your life. Whether you're starting a business, purchasing real estate, have suffered a major accident, or have been accused of a crime,Tate Bywater's experienced…

07/25/2020

Should I Open My Preschool?

If you run an in-home daycare or school, or your child attends one, read up on how to protect your business while keeping staff and students as safe as possible:

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/should-i-open-my-preschool/

If you run a preschool or daycare and are considering opening this fall, be sure to review your safety procedures, parent handbooks, and consider drafting a COVID-19 waiver. The decision to open your facility is ​difficult that should be made with the utmost consideration for the safety of your st...

07/17/2020

Estate Planning and Administration

Have you been thinking about putting your future affairs in order? Tate Bywater offers comprehensive Estate Planning packages to fit any situation. Call our offices at 703-938-5100 to arrange a complimentary consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

The creation of a comprehensive estate plan should be a priority. Call us today so we can help you with estate planning or creating your will and trust. Get your complimentary consultation from TATE BYWATER today.

07/09/2020

"Mr. Tull is an amazing lawyer and he cares about his clients. Thank you so much." -S Sal, June 2020

We appreciate this kind review left by one of our clients and we agree: Travis is an excellent attorney!

07/02/2020

Happy Independence Day weekend! Our offices will be closed Friday, July 3rd for the holiday. Wishing our community a terrific and safe 4th!

06/26/2020

Does Your Homeowner’s Insurance Policy Cover Your In-Home Business?

As part of the NVAEYC Director's Cut, associate Ben Ader discussed the risk of not having the right insurance to cover your in-home daycare business. In his latest blog post, Ben summarizes his thoughts and broadens the topic to include insurance considerations for all in-home businesses.

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/does-your-homeowners-insurance-policy-cover-your-in-home-business/?fbclid=IwAR0-JWLNnrQkEVyWLkXFnlyxtyO_gw3oq478LOHvtzHBk8x5kPldVqhmiCc

06/22/2020

One of our Associates, Ben Ader, will be discussing how small businesses should protect themselves in a Covid-19 world as a part of the Director's Chat of the Northern Virginia Association for the Education of Young Children. See the details below for this great event!

Please join NVAEYC for our next Director's Chat via Zoom on Thursday, June 25th at 10:30 a.m. We will be joined by two local attorneys, Nick Johnson of Berenzweig Leonard and Ben Ader of Tate Bywater, Attorneys, who specialize in small business and employment law. We will have the opportunity to hear how small businesses will need to protect themselves as they navigate the COVID-19 world.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtdemhqj4iH9BsfzdNzSCXg7pj9M0M_XsU

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/16/2020

¿Sabían que tres de nuestros abogados y todos nuestros asistentes hablan español con fluidez? Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer servicio a la comunidad hispana y apreciamos la confianza que depositan en nosotros.

Did you know that three of our attorneys and all of our paralegals are fully fluent in Spanish? We're proud to offer services to our Spanish-speaking community and appreciate the trust they put in us.

06/08/2020

We're pleased to announce Paul Mickelsen was selected to 2020 Virginia Super Lawyers in the area of Criminal Defense.

"Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis."

https://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/vawvslrs20/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=2&folio=Cover#pg1

06/04/2020

Looking At Your Feet

If you fall in a pot hole in a parking lot, can you be barred from civil recovery for the injuries you suffer just because you weren't looking at your feet?
https://www.tatebywater.com/personal-injury-lawyer-vienna/looking-at-your-feet/

In a recent decision in the Western District of Virginia at Harrisonburg a woman was found to be contributorily negligent when she fell on the edge of a pothole in a Costco parking lot. Under the contributory negligence rule, a plaintiff cannot recover damages where it is found the plaintiff's negli...

06/02/2020

Following Governor Northam's direction, we are pleased to announce that we have opened the doors to our Vienna and Fairfax offices again.

As we remain vigilant about keeping our clients and staff healthy, we request that all in-person consultations and meetings be scheduled in advance as our waiting areas are currently closed. Zoom and phone appointments are also available. Call 703-938-5100 to request any of the above.

We wish our community the best as we move forward together!

05/29/2020

Meet Gary Fuller, a partner at Tate Bywater. Gary has more than 25 years of legal experience during which he has focused his practice on individual and commercial bankruptcy, estate planning, and business law. As the founder of a full-service settlement group and title company, Gary also has extensive experience with commercial and residential real estate law, and real estate financing and litigation. He has assisted thousands of clients throughout his career and is considered to be one of the top real estate attorneys in Fairfax County.

Despite his impressive background, Gary still enjoys helping each client with their individual needs. Whether you're looking for a simple estate planning package or a complex corporate debt restructure, Gary can help.

05/27/2020

Our firm specializes in crafting Estate Planning documents including wills, trusts, and POAs. If you've been putting it off, give yourself the peace of mind that comes with placing your affairs in order. Give us a call to set up a consultation.

05/21/2020

If the pandemic has caused debt challenges for you or your business, we can help. Our firm offers assistance with Chapter 7 and 13 personal bankruptcies and Chapter 11 small business bankruptcy. We also have expertise in debt restructuring, commercial lease modification, and commercial loan modification.

As always, we hope all in our community are healthy and well.

03/17/2020

Amidst the growing concern regarding COVID-19, Tate Bywater's top priority is keeping our community safe. In accordance with federal and local guidelines, all client meetings and consults will be held by phone when possible.

Thank you for your understanding and please rest assured that our attorneys and staff remain committed to servicing our clients. Stay healthy, everyone!

11/18/2019

Dos and Don’ts in a Home Renovation

Our newest associate Ben Ader shares some dos and don'ts for your upcoming home renovation!

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/dos-and-donts-in-a-home-renovation/

Learn about the dos and don'ts of a home renovation in this blog post by TATE BYWATER law in Fairfax County, a top law firm. Contact us today for your free consultation!

09/11/2019

Can I Persuade the Government to Drop My Charges?

Sharing another excerpt from Jim Tate's book, "I Am Charged With A Crime". Good counsel from our founding partner.

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/can-i-persuade-the-government-to-drop-my-charges/

Is it possible to persuade the prosecutor to change his or her mind and not prosecute you after you have been charged with a crime? If you suspect that you may be charged, is it possible to persuade the prosecutor not to bring charges? The answer is “yes” to both questions, but don’t count on ...

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10/05/2018

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10/01/2018

Thank you M & M Signs and Graphics for putting up our new logo in the lobby. It looks great!

Lobby and outdoor signs for Tate, Bywater, Fuller, Mickelsen & Tull PLC

05/18/2018

Is It Hers Or Is It Ours?

One reason divorces are contentious is because people can't agree what property is his and what property is hers. Today's post details how the court determines the values of hybrid property (partially separate / partially marital).

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/is-it-hers-or-is-it-ours/

Clients in a…

04/20/2018

Is Malice Really That Bad?

Not to get too angry but in today's post our associate Matthew Kennedy tells us about a common element in criminal cases, malice. Please excuse the bad stock photo!

www.tatebywater.com/blog/criminal-defense-attorney-vienna/is-malice-really-that-bad/

All crim…

03/08/2018

Can an Abuser Force My Child to Return to a Foreign Country?

Some victims of domestic violence in foreign countries are so desperate to escape the abuse, they leave in the middle of the night and seek asylum in the United States. Can the abusive parent come to the United States and demand his child be returned to his home country? The Hague Convention, an international treaty, gives local courts guidance on how to resolve these issues.

https://www.tatebywater.com/blog/family-law-attorney-vienna/can-an-abuser-force-my-child-to-return-to-a-foreign-country

It can take yea…

02/13/2018

Death Tattoo

Jim Tate has a seemingly endless number of colorful trial stories. In our latest post he shares some wisdom about choosing a jury over a judge.

www.tatebywater.com/blog/criminal-defense-attorney-vienna/death-tattoo

One day I received a …

01/29/2018

Even if you're not using marijuana, mere possession is still a crime in Virginia and many other states. Often, you will be charged with possession even if it isn't on you -- but near you. In the law, the concept of "possession" takes two different flavors: actual and constructive.

http://www.tatebywater.com/blog/criminal-defense-attorney-vienna/officer-thats-not-mine-when-possession-is-criminal/

01/24/2018

If things fall apart in your marriage the law provides a way for you to continue to get temporary child or spousal support until a divorce can be finalized.

http://www.tatebywater.com/blog/family-law-attorney-vienna/obtaining-temporary-support-in-virginia

01/15/2018

You Want the Kids and My Life Insurance?

If your divorce case ends up at trial, the court has a great deal of discretion, including ordering that you maintain your life insurance policy in place for the benefit of your ex-spouse and children.

http://www.tatebywater.com/blog/family-law-attorney-vienna/you-want-the-kids-and-my-life-insurance

After an unf…

12/18/2017

It stinks in here Dad, hang up the tree!

Merry Christmas! To any who may be tempted to take that fresh pine scent from your Christmas tree and hang it from your rear-view mirror, beware. In Virginia, it's illegal and could get you stopped by the police.

www.tatebywater.com/blog/criminal-defense-attorney-vienna/it-stinks-in-here-dad-hang-up-the-tree

They're e…

12/11/2017

Many people are aware of prenuptial agreements but don't realize they can enter into formal contracts with their spouses after marriage.

www.tatebywater.com/blog/can-i-make-a-contract-with-my-spouse

12/05/2017

Conflict and litigation surrounding child custody can be challenging and heartbreaking. Our newest associate, Caitlin Higgins, discusses what factors to consider when dealing with child custody issues in Virginia.

www.tatebywater.com/child-custody/virginia-child-custody-options

11/30/2017

We're thrilled to introduce our newest associate, Caitlin Higgins! She will focus on family law, personal injury, and civil litigation matters. In 2016 she was selected as one of the "10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Virginia for Client Satisfaction" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Welcome to the firm, Caitlin.

www.tatebywater.com/attorneys/caitlin-higgins/