3 Ways To Make Your Case More Successful

By Barkat Law Firm

1. Document everything. Whether you suspect you will soon be involved in litigation or are currently involved in the litigation you can greatly help your case by documenting everything. That means telephone calls, emails, and documents you receive. Basically any and everything related to your case that could be important as evidence and documentation. You  … Read more


Third Party Custody

By Barkat Law Firm

The District of Columbia Safe and Stable Homes for Children and Youth Act allows third parties the opportunity to petition for custody of children. The Act also establishes the standards governing custody cases involving third parties. In order for a third party to have standing to sue for custody the parent who has been the  … Read more



How To File For An Uncontested Divorce In Washington, D.C.

By Barkat Law Firm

Uncontested divorces offer the chance to obtain your divorce in an expedited fashion as opposed to a contested divorce where the process is significantly longer. In order to be eligible to file for an uncontested divorce you and your spouse must have come to an agreement on all property, debt, spousal support, and child custody  … Read more


Factors In Spousal Support Awards In The District Of Columbia

By Barkat Law Firm

If you are getting a divorce in the District of Columbia you can request, and may be eligible to receive spousal support. Section 16-913 of the District of Columbia Code states that, “In determining an award for spousal support the Court looks at all relevant factors including, but not limited to, the: (1) ability of  … Read more


Dealing With Your Ex

By Barkat Law Firm

Long after an agreement or trial settles custody between you and your ex you are still going to be left dealing with that person until your child reaches the age of majority, and even after that. Here are some tips from the Huffington Post on how to deal with an ex that is combative.


Compliance With Civil Protective Orders in the Social Media Age

By Barkat Law Firm

In the District of Columbia Civil Protective Orders (CPO’s) are available to individuals who have had a crime committed against them, or have had a crime threatened against them, by someone with whom they have had certain types of previous relationships. A standard CPO will include a provision that the person to whom the protective  … Read more