Who Gets to Keep the Family Pet in a Divorce?
The transformations in the way society regards dogs and other household pets present novel issues to be resolved in divorce proceedings. Unlike most marital assets, household…
How Do I Get Full Custody of My Child in New York?
If you’re you are seeking to obtain full custody of your child in New York State, you are likely concerned about your child’s safety or responding to an…
Will OPM’s Suitability Rule Change Weaken Whistleblower Protections?
It is unclear where President Trump stands on Federal whistleblowers. Senator Charles E. Grassley has invited him, as he has invited every President since Ronald Reagan, to hold a…
Procedural Points | DCSA AVS (Part 2) – The Personal Appearance
Upon receiving a Letter of Intent (LOI) to Revoke Eligibility for Access to Classified Information and/or Assignment to Duties that have been Designated National Security…
Federal Employees Ordered Back to In-Person Work: Can I Still Request Remote Work as a Disability Accommodation?
During COVID lockdowns, federal agencies adapted to enable remote work. For some federal employees with disabilities, these changes made remote work a realistic option for the…
Stricter Suitability Standards: What Fed Employees Can Learn from Security Clearance Holders
“Public service is a privilege, not a right.” — Then-Acting Director of OPM, Chuck Ezell On June 3. 2025, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) published a proposed…
EEOC Quorum Restored? What This Means for Employee Rights in the Federal Workplace
Despite a government shutdown, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) restored its quorum for the first time since Jan. 2025. When stacked against a government shut…
What to Know About Forensic Evaluations in Child Custody Matters
Child custody matters can be stressful, and the introduction of a forensic evaluation can often make the situation more complex. However, forensic evaluations in child custody…
SHUT UP: A Former Drill Sergeant’s Guide to Understanding Your 31(b) Rights Under the UCMJ
When facing military investigations or disciplinary proceedings, you are entitled to certain rights. Article 31(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) offers service…
Procedural Points | DCSA AVS (Part 1) – Responding to Your SOR
In December 2024, the outgoing Biden Administration ended five years of jurisdictional infighting within the Defense Department’s security review process by limiting the…