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- 15 Livesay & Myers, P.C. Lawyers Named to 2026 Best Lawyers® Publications
- Dividing Digital Assets in a Virginia Divorce
- Disestablishment of Paternity in Virginia
- Religious Upbringing of Children Under Joint Legal Custody When One Parent Has Final Decision-Making Authority
- L&M Congratulates 2025 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
- Determining Custody When an Unmarried Servicemember Relocates Out of Virginia
- What to Do When Your Custody Order Isn’t Working: Enforce or Modify?
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
- 13 Livesay & Myers, P.C. Lawyers Named to 2025 Best Lawyers® Publications
- Depositions in Virginia Divorce
- Adultery, Condonation and Recrimination in Virginia Divorce
- Timeline for a Divorce in Virginia
- L&M Congratulates 2024 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
- Contested Adoption and Consent
- Safeguarding Parental Rights for LGBTQ+ Families
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
- 14 Livesay & Myers, P.C. Lawyers Named to 2024 Best Lawyers® Publications
- The Post-Divorce Checklist
- When Bankruptcy Meets Family Law
- L&M Congratulates 2023 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Celebrates 20th Anniversary
- The Power of the Subpoena Duces Tecum
- Custodial Conflict Around Breastfeeding
- A Possible Change to Child Support and Pregnancy Expenses Law
- Post-Divorce Financial Planning Is Critical in Any Economy
- Gaslighting and Divorce
- Two Virginia Courts May Have Jurisdiction in Your Family Law Matter
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Attorney Jamel Rowe Named 2022 Leader in the Law
- Update for Rental Income in Virginia Child Support Cases
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2023 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"
- Eight Livesay & Myers, P.C. Lawyers Named to 2023 Best Lawyers® Publications
- Support Obligations of Sponsors for Marriage-Based Green Cards
- L&M Congratulates 2022 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
- Post-Adoption Contact and Communication Agreements in Virginia
- Another Bite at the Apple: the Role of Unconscionability in Terminating Spousal Support
- Not So Fast—Agreements Permitting Relocation May Not Be the Last Word
- School Choice Issues for Separated Parents Can Be Thorny in Northern Virginia
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2022 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"
- The Basics of Child Protective Services
- How to Identify and Avoid Post-Divorce Pitfalls
- Introduction of Children to a Paramour in Virginia
- Establishing Date Of Separation In A Virginia Divorce
- New Law Makes No-Fault Divorce Easier in Virginia
- Change to Child Support Law for Incarcerated Individuals
- Mental Health and Custody or Visitation Cases in Virginia
- Is There a Better Way to Divorce?
- Can I Oppose My Divorce?
- Start-Up or Merger? The Role of Premarital Agreements
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2021 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"
- L&M Congratulates 2020 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
- New Law Makes Proving Adultery Easier in Virginia
- 7 Myths About Military Divorce in Virginia
- How to Testify at Your Family Law Trial in Virginia
- Marriage Story: Four Lessons for Your Virginia Divorce
- Can Courts Award Joint Legal Custody When The Parties Have a No Contact Protective Order in Place?
- The Trend Towards Court-Ordered No-Cost Mediation
- Adultery: Continuous Act or Several Individual Acts?
- Modifying a Custody and Visitation Order in Virginia
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2020 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"
- The Impact of SSI Benefits on Child Support in Virginia
- Adultery and the Fifth Amendment in Virginia Divorce Cases
- Protective Orders for Family Abuse in Virginia
- Why Same-Sex Married Couples Should Consider Stepparent Adoption
- Can You Date While Separated in Virginia?
- Options for Appealing a Virginia Custody and Visitation Order
- The Purpose of the Guardian ad Litem in Virginia
- Registering a Foreign Custody Order in Virginia
- Changes to Military Retirement System in 2019
- The Treatment of Inherited Property in Virginia Divorce Cases
- Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2019 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"
- Common Myths of Family Law in Virginia
- How Does Divorce and Separation Affect Financial Aid for College Students?
- Changes to Virginia Spousal Support Law Effective July 1, 2018
- Sleuthing Blunders: Privacy Law Implications in Virginia Divorce and Custody Cases
- Division of Retirement Accounts in a Virginia Divorce
- Student Loan Debt in Virginia Divorce Cases
- How to Prepare for a Custody Battle
- Incorporation of a Separation Agreement Into a Court Order
- Defenses to Divorce in Virginia
- Passports for Minor Children Where Parents Share Joint Custody
- Three Tips for Keeping Costs Down in Your Divorce
- Do You Need an Attorney for a Separation Agreement?
- Separate Maintenance in Virginia
- Enforcing Islamic Marital Agreements in Virginia Courts
- Co-Parenting and Virginia Custody Cases
- Third-Party Custodians and Adoption in Virginia
- Impact of Leaving Children Home Alone on Your Custody Case
- Which Court Should You File In?
- Change in Virginia Family Law Regarding Life Insurance
- Divesting Jurisdiction in Virginia Family Law Cases
- Service by Publication in Virginia Divorce Cases
- Rental Income and Child Support in Virginia
- Advance Medical Directives in Virginia
- Sole Custody of Children in Virginia
- Unenforceable Custody and Support Provisions in Separation Agreements
- Marital Waste in Virginia Equitable Distribution Cases
- Adultery As a Crime: Impact on Virginia Divorce Cases
- Major Changes to Federal Law on Dividing Military Retired Pay
- Who Gets the Engagement Ring After a Breakup in Virginia?
- Four Financial Steps to Take Before Divorce
- Adult Adoption in Virginia
- Overview of the International Adoption Process
- Choice of Guidelines in Virginia Child Support Cases
- What to Know Before Filing a Rule to Show Cause
- Elective Shares in Virginia: Can Your Spouse Disinherit You?
- Child Support for Children With a Disability In Virginia
- Should You File for Divorce Based on Fault in Virginia?
- Negotiating a Settlement in Your Virginia Divorce
- Is Marriage Right for You?
- Survivor Annuity vs. Life Insurance: Which is Best for You?
- Child Support Modification in Virginia
- What Happens to Frozen Embryos in Virginia Divorce
- Seven Tips for Divorcing a Narcissist
- Allegations of Abuse or Neglect in Virginia Custody Cases
- “Gray Divorce” - Concerns for Divorcing Couples Over Fifty
- Pendente Lite Orders in Virginia Divorce
- Treatment of College Savings Accounts in Virginia Divorce
- Child Support and the Teenage Father
- Admissibility of Recorded Telephone Conversations in Virginia
- Annulment vs. Divorce in Virginia
- Bankruptcy and Divorce in Virginia
- What Happens When Child Support is Not Paid in Virginia
- Four Child Custody Myths in Virginia
- Protective Order Defense: Understanding the Allegations
- Valuing a Business in a Virginia Divorce
- Critical Enforcement Mechanisms in Family Law
- Viewing Marriage as a Business and Divorce as the Dissolution
- School Decisions for Minor Children After a Divorce
- Surrogacy in Virginia
- Spousal Support Reduction Based on a Drop in Payor's Income
- Establishment and Disestablishment of Paternity in Virginia
- Six Things to Do Before Seeking a Divorce in Virginia
- Child Custody After Death of Parents
- Marriage, Age and Divorce
- Restoration of Parental Rights in Virginia
- New Rule for Health Insurance Costs in Virginia Child Support
- Experts to Have on Speed-Dial for Your Contested Divorce
- Child Support and Disability Benefits in Virginia
- The Emancipation of Minors in Virginia
- Child Support Retroactivity in Virginia
- Can Other Countries Be Home States Under the UCCJEA?
- The Basics of Paternity in Virginia
- Virginia Court of Appeals: Same-Sex Couples Can Not Cohabit
- Four Advantages of the Mediation Process
- Idaho Jeopardizes U.S. Participation in Hague Convention
- Child Support for Third-Party Custodians in Virginia
- When Is It Legal to Leave a Child Home Alone in Virginia?
- The Dependency Exemption and ObamaCare
- How to Move Your Stalled Divorce Case Along
- Virtual Visitation in Virginia Family Law
- Is the Increase in Value of Investments Marital Property in Virginia?
- Can a Third-Party Seek Custody or Visitation of a Child in Virginia?
- Military Divorce Rate Reaches Lowest Point in 10 Years
- Is There Any Advantage to Filing First?
- Making the Virginia DCSE Work for You
- Spousal Support Jurisdiction Over Non-Residents in Virginia
- Virginia Child and Spousal Support in Military Cases
- Marriage Equality for Same-Sex Couples in Virginia
- Boilerplate Provisions in Virginia Separation Agreements
- Child Support: What to Do When a Child Emancipates
- Custody and Visitation Do's and Don'ts
- How to Maximize Your Family Law Initial Consultation
- Service of Process Through Social Media
- Cooling Hot-Button School-Related Co-Parenting Issues
- Four Pitfalls to Avoid in Your Custody Case
- How Does Relocation Affect Your Custody and Visitation Order?
- Family Care Plans and Custody Orders in Virginia
- Spousal Support Reservations in Virginia
- Where Should You File Your Family Law Case?
- How to Lock in Your Custody Agreement and Avoid an Appeal
- Military Deployment and Child Custody in Virginia
- How to Protect Yourself as the Breadwinning Spouse
- Property Settlement Agreements and College Expenses
- Incarcerated Parents and Child Support in Virginia
- Assisted Conception and Paternity Rights in Virginia
- Early Termination of Rental Agreements for Domestic Violence Victims
- “Untying the Knot” Brings Divorce Further Into the Public Eye
- New Child Support Guidelines: "Material Change" or Not?
- Dating Websites Providing More Divorce Evidence
- New Virginia Law Allows Protective Orders to Award Pet Possession
- Grandparent Rights in Virginia
- The Hidden Danger of Virginia Spousal Support Agreements
- Virginia Poised to Update Child Support Guidelines
- Federal Retirement Division in Virginia Divorce
- What is the Statute of Limitations on Child Support in Virginia?
- Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits in Divorce
- Look Out For These Traits of Lazy or Dishonest Family Lawyers
- New Guidance for Continuing Child Support for Disabled Children
- Virginia Legislature Considers Streamlined Custody Procedures
- The Hague Convention and International Child Abduction
- Five Tips For Getting the Most From Your Family Law Attorney
- Domestic Violence and Gun Rights in Virginia
- Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Does Not Preclude All Civil Actions
- Equitable Distribution: Using Separate Property For A Marital Loan
- Three Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Family Lawyer
- Can Pre-Marital Conduct Be a Ground for Divorce in Virginia?
- Can A Separation Agreement Terminate Parental Rights In Virginia?
- How Will That Down Payment Be Treated in Your Virginia Divorce?
- Hearsay In Family Law
- Six Ways To Enforce A Child Support Order in Virginia
- Stafford County Pendente Lite Hearings: Mediation Orientation
- How Do Courts Decide Custody Cases In Virginia?
- How The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Can Help Or Hurt You
- Public School Residency of Children In Kinship Care In Virginia
- Beware Of Social Media
- Five Tips For Non-Custodial Parents Regarding Visitation With Infants
- Four Ways To Avoid Making The Kids Casualties Of Your Divorce
- Federal Government & Military Benefits For Same-Sex Spouses
- Charlie Sheen Wants Off The Hook For Child Support
- The Non-Participating Spouse
- Major Changes To Virginia Family Law On July 1, 2013
- One Perspective On The Modern Causes Of Divorce
- What Might “The Sequester” Do To Your Child Support?
- The Supreme Court Decides Who Gets The Money: The Widow Or The Ex-Wife?
- Cohabitation Agreements in Virginia
- Virginia Child Custody Evaluations: What You Need To Know
- What Does Amendment To DC Parentage Act Mean For Lesbian Couples In Virginia?
- Is An Engagement Ring Marital Property In Virginia?
- How To Change Your Child’s Last Name In Virginia
- The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem in Your Case
- Five Tips To Help Your Divorce Lawyer Effectively Represent You
- Am I Locked In A Marriage If My Spouse Is Locked Up?
- When To Mediate Your Divorce
- The Overlap of Civil Protective Orders and Criminal Charges in Virginia
- The Marital Home: The Sticky Wicket in Many Divorces
- Scheduling Your Divorce Trial in Stafford County
- Spousal Support In Prince William County
- Navigating The Fairfax County Courts
- Military Retirement And Disability Ratings Under Fifty Percent
- Sperm Donation: More Complicated Than You Think…
- Phase-In Of Concurrent Receipt Nears Completion
- The Power Of The Property Settlement Agreement
- Parental Kidnapping in Virginia
- Military Regulations and Family Support
- Five Reasons To Avoid Litigating, If You Can
- Termination Of Parental Rights In Virginia
- Survivor Benefit Plan Coverage in Virginia Divorce
- You’re Separating—So What Now?
- Virginia Families Set To Receive Child Support Collection Settlement
- Residency Requirements For Virginia Divorce
- Redefining Cohabitation In Virginia
- Understanding What Your Family Lawyer Can – And Can’t – Do For You
- Admissibility Of Parent Mental Health Records In Child Custody Cases
- Benefits of Former Military Spouses
- Fantasy Football Can Have Real Impact On Child Support
- The Importance Of Co-Parenting: Lessons From A Celebrity Custody Battle
- The All-Powerful Indian Child Welfare Act: How To Avoid An Adoption Nightmare
- Layoffs, Firings and Income Imputation In Today's Economy
- Stewart, Pattinson Fight For Pet Custody: But Would Virginia Divide The Dog?
- Facebook Evidence in Divorce Cases
- The 10-Year Rule in Military Divorce Cases
- Wait, I'm Not The Father
- Supreme Court May Review Treatment Of VA Disability Pay In Support Cases
- Non-Payment of Child Support In Virginia
- Virginia Legislature Makes Major Change to Virginia Adoption Procedure
- The Adoption Revocation Period In Virginia
- Child Custody And Deploying Military Parents In Virginia
- Changes To Notice Requirements In Virginia Divorce Cases
- House Passes International Child Support Legislation
- From The Basketball Court To The Divorce Court
- Who Gets The Golden? Pet Custody In Virginia
- Waiting For the Market to Turn Around: The Dangers of Joint Ownership After Divorce
- Virginia Protective Orders For Persons In Dating Relationships
- My Spouse Is Filing For Bankruptcy... Help!
- Paying for Private Education with Child Support
- Summonses Directed to Juveniles in Virginia Custody Cases
- Grandparent Visitation Under Virginia Law
- Social Security Benefits and Divorce
- Voluntary Underemployment In Virginia Support Cases
- New Concurrent Receipt Plan For Medical Retirees