Virginia Family Law Blog Articles

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jul 31, 2012 •Family Law

The Adoption Revocation Period In Virginia

We’ve all seen the Lifetime movies. A child is adopted into a loving family and then months or years later...

Posted By James Livesay on Jul 18, 2012 •Custody Family Law

Today the Uniform Law Commission is meeting to consider final approval of proposed custody rules for military servicemembers. Their proposal—the...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jul 2, 2012 •Divorce Family Law

Starting July 1, 2012, Virginia residents may have an easier path to finalizing a divorce. Governor Bob McDonnell approved changes to Virginia...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jun 6, 2012 •Family Law

This past Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed House Resolution 4282, which puts the the United States one step closer to...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jun 4, 2012 •Family Law

Former NBA Player Seeks Spousal Support from Wife When professional athletes are involved in separation and divorce cases, spousal support...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Mar 13, 2012 •Divorce Family Law

When divorcing or separating, there are several different types of custodial relationships in Virginia. The wide range of options allows...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Sep 15, 2011 •Divorce Family Law

In any separation, one of the most difficult issues to address is the marital residence. Whether secured by a mortgage...

Posted By James Livesay on Jun 15, 2011 •Family Law

With a change effective July 1, 2011, Virginia’s protective order statute will now cover persons in dating relationships. The new...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Oct 15, 2010 •Divorce Family Law

You and your spouse have decided to separate. You have decided who will move out and even who will have...

Posted By James Livesay on Jul 26, 2010 •Family Law

Is there anything you can do when you want your child to have a private education, but your ex doesn’t...