Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
A Possible Change to Child Support and Pregnancy Expenses Law
Many people do not realize that in Virginia, a court can order either parent to pay the “reasonable and necessary...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Post-Divorce Financial Planning Is Critical in Any Economy
With the possibility of recession on the horizon and a stock market in decline, divorce may seem particularly overwhelming and...
Posted By Christian Campbell •Divorce Family Law
Gaslighting and Divorce
What is Gaslighting? Once a trendy colloquial buzzword, “gaslighting,” which is Merriam-Webster’s 2022 word of the year, has become a...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Divorce Family Law
Two Virginia Courts May Have Jurisdiction in Your Family Law Matter
Family law cases in Virginia are heard in both the juvenile and domestic relations district courts (“J&DR courts”) and circuit...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Update for Rental Income in Virginia Child Support Cases
When Virginia courts determine child support pursuant to the Virginia Child Support Guidelines, they must weigh each parent’s “gross income.”...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Support Obligations of Sponsors for Marriage-Based Green Cards
While there are several paths to naturalization as a United States citizen, unless you’re named a winner in the Green...
Posted By Mariah Brackman •Family Law
Post-Adoption Contact and Communication Agreements in Virginia
If you’re considering adoption, it’s important to plan for what happens after the adoption has been granted. One important decision...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Another Bite at the Apple: the Role of Unconscionability in Terminating Spousal Support
Virginia courts may terminate spousal support “upon clear and convincing evidence that the spouse receiving support has been habitually cohabitating...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
Not So Fast—Agreements Permitting Relocation May Not Be the Last Word
The rise in remote work over the past two years has allowed people far greater flexibility in choosing where they...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
School Choice Issues for Separated Parents Can Be Thorny in Northern Virginia
For any parent, decisions involving the education of a child can be some of the most important and influential in...