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Michelle C. Thomas provides insight in the March issue of ESSENCE, a nationally distributed magazine, regarding finances and how single parents can plan for and protect their children’s futures.
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Michelle C. Thomas discusses the fight to &dump the house on the spouse" during divorce in the Washington Examiner and explains how a waning real estate market has affected divorcing couples.
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Michelle C. Thomas provides insight in the Washington Times, a prominent Washington, D.C. newspaper, about the impact of the economy on divorce and spousal support.
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Michelle C. Thomas appears on Fox 5 News to discuss divorce in this changing economy. She provides insight regarding the impact of the worsening economy on divorce rates, and how couples may manage the division of assets during tough economic times.
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Michelle C. Thomas provides insight in the October issue of ESSENCE, a nationally distributed magazine, regarding financial infidelity during divorce in the article, Little Green Lies: How financial fibs can destroy trust as well as the bottom line.
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The Bar Association of the District of Columbia (BADC) names Attorney Michelle C. Thomas YOUNG LAWYER OF THE YEAR. Ms. Thomas was honored for her unyielding service and leadership in the community, and commitment to excellence in the law during its annual Gala. The Gala attracted hundreds of judges, lawyers and friends to celebrate the BADC's four honorees, including Ms. Thomas.
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Michelle C. Thomas was elected to serve as President of the Greater Washington Area Chapter, Women Lawyers' Division of the National Bar Association (GWAC). During her term as President, the Greater Washington Area Chapter of the National Bar Association (NBA) received the 2008 Outstanding Affiliate Chapter of the Year Award from the NBA for its outstanding contributions and service to the legal community in Washington, DC, and Ms. Thomas received the Presidential Award for outstanding service to the Association.
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"Michelle Thomas saved my family. She is unbelievably hard working, hyper-prepared and has an uncanny, encyclopedic knowledge of the law. She once left a conference in Texas - at which she was supposed to receive an award - and flew overnight so she could file a brief and get me into court the next morning. She is careful with costs to the point of obsession. More than anything, she's one hell of a trial lawyer.
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What Should I Ask My Family Lawyer?

Suggested Questions Provided by our Washington, D.C., Arlington and Fairfax Divorce Lawyer

Facing family law matters can be an emotionally taxing, overwhelming experience. The great news is that you do not have to face them alone. Retaining an experienced divorce and family law attorney will get you on the right track to achieving the family life that you want. Common questions to discuss with your Arlington, Washington, D.C. and Fairfax divorce lawyer include:

    • How will the court determine child custody?
    • What if I get remarried?  Will my new spouse’s income affect child support or spousal support?
    • Will the court consider my child’s preference of where she says she wants to live?
    • Where will the children live during the family law litigation?
    • What legal rights do I have to my stepchildren?
    • What is the legal difference between adopted children and biological children?
    • What if the surrogate mother wants visitation?
    • What is the likelihood that as a father, I will receive primary custody?
    • How much spousal support will I obtain?
    • How will we find out if my spouse is hiding income in off-shore accounts?
    • What if the custodial parent moves out of state?
    • How can I stop the custodial parent from leaving the country with the kids without my permission?

During an initial consultation with M.C. Thomas & Associates, our Washington, D.C., Arlington and Fairfax divorce attorneys will address any of these questions and more. Always remember, you do not have to face this alone. Please contact our Virginia and Washington, D.C. law firm now to set up a consultation.