James D. Livesay

James D. Livesay

Livesay & Myers, P.C.
  • Divorce, Family Law
  • Virginia
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Biography

James Livesay is a founding partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C. He leads the firm's team of family law attorneys across offices in Fairfax, Arlington, Leesburg, Manassas and Fredericksburg, Virginia.

After graduating from Virginia Tech in 1995 and the University of Virginia School of Law in 1998, Mr. Livesay served three years in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps. He entered civilian practice as a family law attorney in 2001, and joined with partner Kevin Myers to found Livesay & Myers, P.C. in 2003.

Drawing on his experience as a Navy JAG officer, Mr. Livesay established the military divorce section of the firm in 2003 and has guided it since that time. His article, “Treatment of Disability Pay in Military Divorce,” has been published on a number of online divorce websites, including Divorce Headquarters and WomansDivorce.com.

Mr. Livesay has been named a Super Lawyer every year since 2014. He was also named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Lawyers listing for 2018. Mr. Livesay currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.

Mr. Livesay resides in Northern Virginia with his wife and three children.

Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Military Divorce
  • Uncontested Divorce
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Virginia
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4th Circuit
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia
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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
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U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
- Current
Associate Attorney
Osborne|Craig, P.L.C.
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Judge Advocate
U.S. Navy JAG Corps
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Education
University of Virginia School of Law
J.D. | Law
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Activities: Editorial Board, Virginia Journal of Law and Politics.
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Political Science, Philosophy
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Honors: Virginia Tech Joseph Bernd Award, Best Paper in Political Science, 1995.
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Awards
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
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Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Client Distinction Award
Martindale-Hubbell
BV Distinguished Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
U.S. Navy
Gold Star in Lieu of Second Award
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
U.S. Navy
Award for Trial Advocacy
The Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Committee on Military Affairs and Justice
Professional Associations
Fredericksburg Area Bar Association
Member
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Military Officers Association of America
Member
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University of Virginia Alumni Association
Member
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Virginia State Bar (Member, Family Law and Military Law Sections)
Member
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Virginia Tech Alumni Association
Member
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Divorce Lawyers in Northern Virginia
Blog
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. How long does anorder of publicaton have to run in virginia for a divorce?
A: Once per week for four (4) consecutive weeks.
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Contact & Map
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
4250 Fairfax Drive #600
Arlington, VA 22203
Telephone: (703) 865-8242
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
3975 University Drive #325
Fairfax, VA 22030
Telephone: (703) 865-4746
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
113 E Market St #110
Leesburg, VA 20176
Telephone: (571) 291-3190
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
9408 Grant Avenue #402
Manassas, VA 20110
Telephone: (571) 208-1267
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
303 Charlotte Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Telephone: (540) 370-4140
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed