Virginia Divorce Lawyers

The divorce attorneys at Livesay & Myers represent clients in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Fairfax, Woodbridge and Manassas, Virginia. 

Contested Divorce

A contested divorce can be a stressful and traumatic experience. A good divorce lawyer can alleviate some of the emotional burden, while poor legal representation can make an already painful experience significantly worse. Our divorce attorneys will do the hard work necessary to give you peace of mind, by providing a steady hand throughout settlement negotiations and, if necessary, trial.

Virginia law allows for divorce on the following fault-based grounds, at least one of which is often employed in a contested divorce:

• Adultery. Adultery is notoriously difficult to prove, thus causing divorces filed on this ground to be among the most expensive in legal fees.
• Sodomy or "buggery" committed outside the marriage.
• The conviction of one spouse of a felony, in some situations.
• Cruelty (mental or physical).
• Desertion (actual or "constructive"). If one spouse terminates all sexual relations with the other spouse, and fails to perform any marital duties (such as yard work, cooking, cleaning, etc.), that spouse may be found to have "constructively deserted" the other spouse.

Uncontested Divorce

If you qualify for an uncontested, no-fault divorce, our lawyers can process your divorce quickly and at low cost.

Virginia law allows for divorce on the no-fault grounds of (1) separation for at least twelve months, or (2) separation for at least six months, with a separation agreement and no minor children.

Fall Consultation Special

For a limited time, schedule an initial 1-hour consultation with a Livesay & Myers family law associate attorney for just $100. Contact us today to take advantage of this discounted rate.