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DUI Sobriety Checkpoints and Holiday Driving
The holidays are a time for celebration, and those celebrations often involve alcohol. But while many people drink responsibly, others do not, and that leads to an increase in drunk…
What To Do at a DUI Checkpoint This Holiday Season
The streets are full of drivers during the holidays, doing last-minute shopping runs, going to and from parties, and traveling. Police are also out in force, ready to pull over…
Why Do Divorces Increase After the Holidays?
Thoughts of the holiday season often include joy, relaxation, and time spent with family and loved ones. But the winter holidays can also be a stressful and emotion-filled time, and…
Can owning stock in marijuana companies affect my security clearance?
Using marijuana is a big no-no in the military — but even owning stocks in cannabis-related companies could put your career at risk. That may seem far-fetched if you’re not…
Military Times: Fix your military records: Give yourself the future you have earned
Serving in the military is a sacrifice. When your service is complete, you want your record of service to be accurate and helpful. If you are a veteran who was…
Military Times: End the Navy’s vessel exception. Give sailors and Marines the due process afforded to every other US service member
The Navy vessel exception to Article 15 non-judicial punishment (NJP) is outdated and needs to be removed. Whether you are familiar with NJP by the terms “captain’s mast,” “office hours,"…
Military divorce in the COVID-19 era: 3 snags to watch
Beyond the staggering physical toll of the coronavirus pandemic, family relationships are grappling with a daunting new set of challenges. Throw in a military career and divorce, and the situation…
Invictus Law Family Lawyer Thomas Wright Featured in Local News Broadcast
Our Family Law Director, Attorney Thomas Wright of Invictus Law has recently been featured on News3 WTKR, a local Norfolk News broadcast, that discusses the challenges of co-parenting in the…
Security clearance concerns amid a recession and a pandemic
For Americans who make careers out of military service, obtaining approval to handle classified information makes a big difference in terms of advancement and pay. Unfortunately, that coveted security clearance…
COVID-19 – School Closures & Child Custody Matters
Schools Closed Until Summer On March 23, 2020, through Executive Order, Governor Northam ordered statewide closures of all schools (K-12) for the remainder of the academic year. This will certainly…
What Happens After Divorce Papers are Filed?
If you’re considering a divorce in Virginia Beach, you have a right to know what will happen throughout the process. Filing for divorce initiates what can be an emotional, contentious,…
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Careers at Invictus Law
Careers At Invictus Law, we firmly believe that each person plays a critical role as a member of our legal team. We are committed to providing a supportive work environment…
Does Military Law Cover Off-Base Conduct?
As an active duty service member, you must follow the provisions of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). Whether you're off-base, on active duty, or on base, you must…
If I pay child support, can I deduct the payments from my taxes?
Divorce can have a wide-ranging impact on your life, including how you do your taxes. No matter if you are the parent paying or receiving child support, you need to…
5 Ways to Strengthen Your DUI Defense
Getting pulled over, being investigated and charged with a DUI can be a scary experience. Many people assume that they will automatically end up in jail, but the reality is…
What is Shoplifting in Virginia?
Shoplifting raises the cost of doing business in Virginia. Every single day, hundreds of people steal goods from stores, causing thousands of dollars in losses. Like other states, Virginia criminalizes…
Navigating The Holidays With Your Parenting Plan in Virginia
With the approaching holidays, tensions can be raised and anxieties can become overwhelming. This is especially so if you have a child in common with somebody else and are attempting…
We need a divorce — but my spouse is deployed. Now what?
Military life, and particularly deployments, can be stressful for families. Sometimes, the path a family chooses points to divorce — but what does that mean when one or both parties…
Military drug offenses: What you need to know
The military takes a hardline view of drug use. Infractions — even just a positive drug test — can deal devastating blows to the careers and reputations of active-duty service members. That’s…
What is a “refusal” charge and how does it affect my license?
It is intimidating to find yourself dealing with a police officer who suspects you of driving while intoxicated. But there’s a whole separate set of challenges if, after an arrest,…
Flint Water Crisis – Media Appearance
Eric Leckie of Invictus Law was recently featured in the news due to his representation of a client involved in the Flint Water Crisis case. View the articles below to…
What you need to know about Assault and Battery
A conviction for assault and battery can make you seem in the minds of many people in the same class of most violent criminals. Many times, an assault charge may…
When Home isn’t Safe: Domestic Violence During a Pandemic
Spurred by the threat of a deadly coronavirus outbreak, many Americans — including those in the military community — have sought shelter in the safety of their homes, whether out…
Virginia COVID-19 Response Motions all Jails: New Opportunities for Sentence Reductions and Bond Reconsiderations
Invictus Law is concentrating its efforts for the next three weeks to serving the community by helping those currently serving sentences in the local area. We are ready to help…
420 IN VIRGINIA: 6 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CHANGES TO MARIJUANA LAWS
In historical fashion, the Virginia General Assembly passed multiple bills regarding the decriminalization of marijuana. With Monday, April 20, 2020, being commonly referred (not to be confused with “reefered”) to…
Virginia COVID-19 Response – Invictus Law Takes Steps for All Services, First Responders, Medical Professionals, and Spouses Free Power of Attorney
Invictus Law Joins the Fight Against COVID-19 The COVID-19 epidemic is causing many to look at a frightening health situation they have never needed to consider before. In response to…
Attorney Eric Leckie Featured by Two Newsgroups for Ongoing Norfolk Murder
Criminal Defense Attorney Eric Leckie of Invictus Law has recently been featured by multiple newsgroups for his role as defense counsel for a man accused of shooting and killing a…
Attorney Eric Leckie Defends Client Facing Accessory After the Fact of Murder Charges
Attorney Eric Leckie of Invictus Law is defending a 19 year old woman who is facing two counts of “accessory after the fact of murder” charges in connection to the…
