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New Quinn Presentation Available: “Ethical Representation of the Placing Parent in Adoptions”

From the course description: “In adoption proceedings, it is crucial that attorneys follow the appropriate ethical guidelines in representing the placing parent in order to avoid, and reduce, contested placements. In addition to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys has an additional Code of Ethics that is especially […]

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New Quinn Presentation Available: “Ethically Drafting Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Contracts”

From the course description: “Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) contracts include extremely complex and sensitive issues that prompt a number of ethical concerns for attorneys. In this extremely beneficial program, Colleen Quinn guides attorneys on the ethical standards of ART contract drafting under both the ABA Rules of Professional Conduct and the American Academy of Assisted […]

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“Building Families and Rebuilding Lives”: Super Lawyers Article Features Quinn

Colleen M. Quinn discussed her practice in a recent issue of Virginia Super Lawyers: Clients of multidisciplinary lawyer Colleen Quinn have a history teacher to thank. “When we would get our tests back, which were multiple choice, if I got an answer wrong that I thought should be right, I would argue,” Quinn says. “Initially […]

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Women’s Injuries Discussed on Legal Aid Radio

Private attorney Colleen Quinn talks about women’s injuries, whether from assault, sexual assault, or rape, and explains how these cases are presented from initial evidence gathering to trial strategy.

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Virginia Adoption Law: a State and Federal Perspective

By Colleen M. Quinn, Esq. I. The Home Study What is it? Assessment of the person(s) seeking to adopt Done by local licensed child-placement or adoption agency Usually about $2,500 -$3,500, “sliding scale” often the norm Typically requires: Criminal record check and child protection services (CPS) clearances for all adults in the household Medical clearance […]

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New Quinn Presentation Available: “From Prosecution to Suit: Civil Recoveries for Criminal Acts”

From the course description: “When the unthinkable happens and someone becomes a victim of a rape, sexual assault or other crime of violence, justice is often sought through the criminal justice system. However, there is another important side to seeking justice beyond criminal sanctions and penalties against a perpetrator: the civil remedies that may be […]

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Permissible Adoption Payments in Virginia FAQ

Question 1: Can we as Virginia residents pay an attorney out in California his fee to match us with a birth mom or find us a child to adopt? Answer: No that is an illegal and unlawful payment that could subject you to a Class 6 felony charge in Virginia. Question 2: Can we as […]

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Making Sure Your Medical Bills Get Paid if You are in an Accident

If you are in an accident – and you are injured – be sure to know the various sources for getting your medical bills paid. These include: health insurance, workers compensation (if the accident happened while you were on the job), medical payments coverage and, lastly, liability coverage. Regardless of who is at fault for […]

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What Can a Court Decide in a Divorce?

Other than dissolving the marriage, what other decisions can a divorce court make? Jurisdiction for divorce cases in Virginia is created by laws passed by the Virginia General Assembly. The Circuit Courts in Virginia have jurisdiction over divorces. By statue, the Circuit Courts can not only dissolve the marriage once grounds for divorce have been […]

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VIRGINIA THIS MORNING: NAWBO/Girl Scouts Partnership

Attorney Colleen Quinn, who serves as the current President of the Richmond Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) was featured on Virginia This Morning, Channel 6, on March 28, 2012, regarding NAWBO’s new mentorship program with the Girl Scouts. http://wtvr.com/2012/03/28/virginia-this-morning-nawbogirl-scouts-partnership/

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