Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
How to Prepare for a Custody Battle
You have accepted the fact that your marriage is ending and divorce is inevitable. But you want to do everything you...
Posted By Ariel Baniowski •Divorce Family Law
Incorporation of a Separation Agreement Into a Court Order
Under Virginia law, a separation agreement might be “incorporated” into the parties’ final order of divorce. The circuit court granting...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Defenses to Divorce in Virginia
An action for divorce in Virginia commences with the filing of a complaint for divorce by one spouse (the plaintiff) against his...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Family Law
Passports for Minor Children Where Parents Share Joint Custody
Passport applications for children under the age of 14 require the signatures of both parents. However, in situations where parents...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Three Tips for Keeping Costs Down in Your Divorce
Contested divorce cases can be extremely costly. The costs are often driven up by an aggressive opposing party or counsel,...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Do You Need an Attorney for a Separation Agreement?
In today’s world, there is a wealth of information available over the internet. People often turn to the web when...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Separate Maintenance in Virginia
Virginia law allows a married person who is separated from their spouse to file a petition for “separate maintenance.” Separate...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Enforcing Islamic Marital Agreements in Virginia Courts
Divorce proceedings are emotionally and financially taxing, but the complexity of the process increases significantly with added cultural issues surrounding...
Posted By Sarah Patras •Custody Family Law
Co-Parenting and Virginia Custody Cases
If you are facing a custody or visitation case in Virginia, it is especially important that you maintain and strengthen your...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Family Law
Third-Party Custodians and Adoption in Virginia
In Virginia, a grandparent, relative, or other interested party may seek and receive a court order granting them legal and...