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Divorce and Family Law

Divorce Toolkit – A Guide to Separation and Divorce in Virginia

Bean, Kinney & Korman attorney Christian M. Lapham provides a comprehensive “Divorce Toolkit” designed to guide individuals through the legal, financial, and emotional complexities of separation and divorce in Virginia. Framed as a structured, step-by-step resource, the toolkit encourages readers to approach the process methodically—“Think of this as your 12-step program for separation and divorce.” Lapham outlines key issues including custody, child and spousal support, property division, and…

March 31, 2020

Litigation

Malcolm W. Thomas Joins Bean, Kinney & Korman

Bean, Kinney & Korman welcomes associate attorney Malcolm Thomas, specializing in commercial and civil litigation with experience in professional liability, employment disputes, and administrative action defense.

February 25, 2020

Bean, Kinney & Korman Named as a 2020 Best Places to Work in Virginia

Virginia Business Magazine and Best Companies Group named Bean, Kinney & Korman one of Virginia's 2020 Best Places to Work, recognizing the firm's exceptional workplace culture after 60 years serving Virginia clients.

January 31, 2020

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Bean, Kinney & Korman's 60th Anniversary is All About Giving Back

To celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2019, Bean, Kinney & Korman completed more than 60 charitable acts and donations, including volunteering, food drives, sponsorships, and community service throughout the D.C. area.

December 17, 2019

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Business and Financial Services

SCC’s Increased Security Promises Greater Burdens for Users

Heightened security measures from the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) are aimed at improving protections against fraud and unauthorized filings, but they also introduce new compliance responsibilities for businesses. In his analysis, Bean, Kinney & Korman attorney R. Douglas Taylor Jr. explains that while these changes enhance the integrity of business entity records, they require companies to be more vigilant in managing their filings, credentials, and internal controls. Increased…

December 12, 2019

Timothy Dugan Recognized as Top Attorney by Bethesda Magazine

Bethesda Magazine named Bean, Kinney & Korman shareholder Timothy Dugan a Top Attorney for his land use and zoning expertise, as selected by over 1,800 Montgomery County attorneys recommending their most trusted peers.

December 10, 2019

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Government Contracts

Understanding Gov’t Contractor Defamation Privilege

December 9, 2019

Business and Financial Services

What Can I Ask Job Applicants? Some Basic Do’s and Don’ts

Hiring decisions often start with a simple but critical question: what can employers legally ask job applicants? In his guidance, Bean, Kinney & Korman attorney R. Douglas Taylor Jr. outlines practical do’s and don’ts to help employers avoid discrimination risks during the interview process. The focus is on keeping questions job-related and consistent across candidates, while avoiding inquiries that touch on protected characteristics such as age, disability, religion, or family status. Even…

November 13, 2019

Bean, Kinney & Korman Named a 2020 "Best Law Firm" for Ninth Consecutive Year

U.S. News and Best Lawyers® recognized Bean, Kinney & Korman as a 2020 "Best Law Firm," earning first-tier regional rankings in bankruptcy and family law for the ninth consecutive year on the regional list.

November 1, 2019