Category: Stephen Lofaso

JUDGMENT VOIDED: THE NECESSARY PARTIES DOCTRINE

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Written by: Stephen Lofaso Civil litigation is fraught with procedural rules that can destroy the unwary litigant’s case, sometimes even after obtaining a favorable result.   Such is the nature of the necessary parties...

What to Do When You Receive a Summons in Virginia

Monday, March 3, 2025
Written by: Stephen Lofaso Receiving a summons can be an unsettling experience, whether it’s for a civil lawsuit, traffic violation, or criminal matter. Many people feel uncertain about what it means and how to respond, but...