Virginia Spousal Support Law Blog Articles

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Aug 11, 2014 •Divorce Family Law

Spousal Support Reservations in Virginia

Virginia Code Section 20-107.1 provides that pursuant to a divorce, a court may reserve the right of a party to...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jun 26, 2014 •Divorce Family Law

Divorce can be financially difficult for both parties, particularly in today’s economy. If you are the breadwinning spouse, you may face...

Posted By James Livesay on Apr 7, 2014 •Divorce Family Law

The Fairfax County Circuit Court recently issued an opinion that sheds light on an important aspect of Virginia divorce law: when...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Jun 19, 2013 •Family Law

The Virginia General Assembly’s 2013 session has come to a close, and the Governor has signed two new bills related...

Posted By James Livesay on Feb 6, 2013 •Family Law

Suppose you live in Woodbridge or Manassas, and are a stay at home parent, a military spouse, or perhaps you...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Dec 5, 2012 •Family Law Military Divorce

In any separation, divorce or custody dispute, a party might seek financial support. It may be a request for spousal...

Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. on Oct 3, 2012 •Divorce Family Law

The Virginia Court of Appeals has taken a major step in redefining cohabitation “in a relationship analogous to a marriage”...

Posted By Matthew Smith on Aug 23, 2012 •Family Law

Let’s say you’ve just lost your job. This is not a far-fetched idea for most people. In the past four...

Posted By James Livesay on Jun 22, 2009 •Divorce Family Law

In alimony or child support cases, Virginia law allows the court to find a party is voluntarily unemployed or voluntarily...