James Livesay Blog Articles

Posted By James Livesay on Dec 16, 2013 •Family Law

Domestic Violence and Gun Rights in Virginia

If you have been accused of domestic violence, you should be aware that the issuance of a civil protective order order can,...

Posted By James Livesay on Nov 6, 2013 •Divorce Family Law

When parties file a complaint for divorce, they often ask the court to determine a myriad of issues: spousal support,...

Posted By James Livesay on Oct 7, 2013 •Family Law

A frequently asked question in Virginia divorce cases is whether one party may relinquish his or her parental rights in...

Posted By James Livesay on Sep 30, 2013 •Divorce Family Law

It is a common story. You get married. You and your new husband or wife buy a beautiful new home....

Posted By James Livesay on Sep 16, 2013 •Family Law

There are several ways to collect unpaid child support in Virginia. Payees of child support can take action either in...

Posted By James Livesay on Jun 5, 2013 •Family Law

On June 3rd, 2013, the Supreme Court of the United States reviewed a provision of Virginia law and declared it...

Posted By James Livesay on Jun 3, 2013 •Family Law

The end of any relationship can be a trying time for the parties involved, regardless of marital status. For married...

Posted By James Livesay on Feb 6, 2013 •Family Law

Suppose you live in Woodbridge or Manassas, and are a stay at home parent, a military spouse, or perhaps you...

Posted By James Livesay on Jan 22, 2013 •Family Law Military Divorce

The Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) recognizes the ability of state courts to distribute a portion of a...

Posted By James Livesay on Oct 29, 2012 •Family Law Military Divorce

Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage is a benefit commonly awarded to former spouses in military divorce cases in Virginia, particularly...