Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Child Support for Children With a Disability In Virginia
For single parents of children with a disability or special needs, navigating the issue of child support can be a...
Posted By James Livesay •Divorce
Should You File for Divorce Based on Fault in Virginia?
Virginia law allows for divorce based on both fault-based and “no-fault” grounds. The fault-based grounds include desertion (actual or “constructive”), adultery,...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Negotiating a Settlement in Your Virginia Divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may be contemplating negotiation, rather than litigation. Divorce...
Posted By Amanda Stone Swart •Family Law
Is Marriage Right for You?
Weighing the Legal Benefits of Marriage vs. Long-Term Cohabitation in Virginia With same-sex marriage now legal in Virginia, it would seem...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Survivor Annuity vs. Life Insurance: Which is Best for You?
In many divorce cases, the most valuable asset to be divided is a pension. Pensions, or “defined benefit plans,” pay...
Posted By Jonathan McHugh •Family Law
Child Support Modification in Virginia
Divorce and child custody proceedings are often contentious, time consuming and expensive. It is understandable that parties to litigated divorce...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
What Happens to Frozen Embryos in Virginia Divorce
Advancements in technology have allowed couples to have a child even if they are not able to conceive on their own....
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Seven Tips for Divorcing a Narcissist
As divorce attorneys, we often hear the word “narcissist,” typically used by our clients to describe their spouses. Usually the...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
Allegations of Abuse or Neglect in Virginia Custody Cases
When making an award of custody or visitation, Virginia courts look at the factors listed in Virginia Code Section 20-124.3...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
“Gray Divorce” – Concerns for Divorcing Couples Over Fifty
Due to modern medicine and a societal focus on healthier lifestyles, people are living longer than ever before. According to...