The Foreign Service Journal, November 2020

THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL | NOVEMBER 2020 99 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS n BOOKS Who Killed the Archduke and Sparked World War I? Textbooks identify a Bosnian shooter, ignore Russia behind him. Why? Twelve American Wars by Eugene Windchy (Author of Tonkin Gulf) 4th Edition, Kindle $3.99 twelveamericanwars@amazon.com n EMPLOYMENT Virtual & Part-Time E Visa Specialist Established, traditional immigration law firm is seeking an experienced former or retiring FSO to work remotely on E1/E2 visa applications. Requirement: 5+years of proven experience reviewing E visa applications; knowledge of Spanish and/or Portuguese (a plus). Additional H, L & EB-1 work opportunities available, if interested. This is an outside contractor position. Candidate will report to firm’s attorney, based in Miami, but work off-site. Hourly compensation commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates please email resume to: claudia@liberatoreusa.com n LEGAL SERVICES ATTORNEY WITH OVER 25 YEARS’ successful experience SPECIALIZING FULL-TIME IN FS GRIEVANCES will more than double your chance of winning: 30% of grievants win before the Grievance Board; 85% of my clients win. Only a private attorney can adequately develop and present your case, including necessary regs, arcane legal doctrines, precedents and rules. Bridget R. Mugane Tel: (301) 596-0175 or (202) 387-4383. Email: fsatty@comcast.net Website: foreignservicelawyer.com EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS REPRESENTING FS officers in griev- ances, performance, promotion and tenure, financial claims, discrimi- nation, security clearance and disciplinary actions. We represent FS officers at all stages of the proceedings from an investigation, issuance of proposed discipline or initiation of a grievance, through hearing before the FSGB. We provide experienced, timely and knowledgeable advice to employees from junior untenured officers through the Senior FS, and often work closely with AFSA. Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch Tel: (202) 331-9260. Email: attorneys@kcnlaw.com n REAL ESTATE SARASOTA FLORIDA REALTOR Marian Walsh (FSO Spouse) is your real estate guide to retirement living in Sarasota—the cultural capital of the Sun Coast. Marian Walsh, Medway Realty Tel: (941) 483-0803. Email: florida.walsh@gmail.com Tom was my “go to” Realtor in Northern Virginia for 25+ years. Posted overseas, having access to an ethical Realtor who understood our needs and profession, could offer advice on residential and investor real estate and trends, paid attention to detail, and could be unconditionally trusted was invaluable to my family. As a retired SFSO and full-service VA-licensed Realtor, I provide this same service but at your pace. Please contact me to learn more about how my personal- ized service differentiates. ALAN DAVIS, REALTOR® Long & Foster Burke/Fairfax Station/Clifton 6045 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke VA 22015 Cell/Text: (571) 229-6821. Email: alandavisrealtor@gmail.com Website: www.alandavisrealtor.com FLORIDA’S PARADISE COAST —Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero Excellent amenities, activities, cultural events in beautiful Southwest Florida. Outstanding home values. Thomas M. Farley, LLC. Retired SFS. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty Email: tomfarley@BHHSFloridaRealty.net SUNNYSIDE PROPERTY. Over 30 furnished Arlington VA Walk-to- Metro rentals. We own and manage all our properties. Studio to 5 BR houses. Unique renovated, maintained homes in vintage buildings. Completely furnished, all inclusive (parking, utilities, maid). Starting at $2,500/mo. We work with per diem. Welcoming Foreign Service for 10+ years! For all listings/reservations: Website: http://www.SunnysideProperty.net HEADING OUT? HEADING “HOME” TO DC? As an immigrant and Foreign Service spouse, I know what a hassle international moves can be—especially without a GSO or CLO! Whether you are looking to buy, sell or rent, in DC or VA, I can help smooth your transition. For a realtor who understands the unique needs and strains of Foreign Service life, please email me at marian.thompson@compass.com or text/call 703-967-1796. MarianThompson Compass 3001 Washington Blvd. 400 Arlington VA 22201 Cell/Text: (703) 967-1796. Marian.thompson@compass.com www.compass.com/agents/Marian-Thompson/ BUYING OR REFINANCING A HOME? Jeff Stoddard has specialized in home finance for FSOs for 20 years and is able to provide FSO-specific financing. Contact: Jeffrey Stoddard Tel: (703) 725-2455. Email: groupstoddard@gmail.com $3,900—3 Bed /3 Bath Penthouse Condo. Beautifully Renovated, located 5 miles fromWashington D.C. line, with 1700 sq. ft. plus 200 sq. ft. balcony. All utilities included. Available immediately! View photos here: https://bit.ly/Apt-915 Tel: (202) 251-9767. The address is 6001 Arlington Blvd. Apt #915 Falls Church VA 22044