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Email
Phone
(866) 790-6465
Address
11325 Random Hills Rd #100, Fairfax, VA, 22030, US
Professional
About
Jamel Rowe is a dedicated partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., based in Fairfax, Virginia, specializing exclusively in family law. With a comprehensive understanding of family law matters, Jamel adeptly navigates a wide range of cases, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, support, and adoption, representing clients throughout Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, and across Northern Virginia. Jamel earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the prestigious William & Mary Law School in 2012, following her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the College of William & Mary in 2007. Her commitment to family law was further solidified during a year-long legal fellowship with the National Council for Adoption (NCFA) in Alexandria, Virginia. This experience laid a strong foundation for her transition into private practice, where she began her career as a family law attorney. From 2013 to 2019, Jamel honed her skills as a family law associate at two prominent law firms in Northern Virginia. She joined Livesay & Myers, P.C. in 2019, quickly rising through the ranks to become a senior associate, then a lead senior associate in 2021, and ultimately a partner in 2025. Throughout her career, she has litigated a diverse array of family law cases, including complex equitable distribution, custody disputes, support issues, and military divorce cases. Recognized for her exceptional legal expertise, Jamel was named one of only 30 attorneys as Leaders of the Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly in 2022. She has also been selected by her peers for inclusion in the upcoming 2025–2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America for her outstanding work in family law. Jamel Rowe continues to be a trusted advocate for families navigating the complexities of family law in Virginia.
About Adoption Law
Adoption attorneys guide families through the legal process of adopting a child. They handle all legal requirements to create new family bonds. Common matters include domestic adoption, international adoption, stepparent adoption, foster care adoption.
Credentials
Education
2012 William & Mary Law School J.D. 2007 College of William & Mary B.A.
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2026 The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers 2025 The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers 2025 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers 2024 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Publications
2020 Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog How to Testify at Your Family Law Trial in Virginia 2020 Virginia State Bar Family Law Quarterly The Impact of Social Media on Family Law 2019 Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog The Impact of SSI Benefits on Child Support in Virginia 2014 Adoption Advocate Preparation and Support for Older Child Adoptions: NCFA Survey and Conference Feedback 2013 Adoption Advocate 2013 Policy Priorities and Adoption-Related Legislation
Associations
2019 - Present United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit Admitted to Practice 2017 - Present Virginia Women’s Attorney Association Member 2013 - Present Virginia State Bar Member 2013 - Present Fairfax Bar Association Member 2012 - Present Northern Virginia Black Attorneys Association Member
Speaking
2021 Family Law Seminar Family Law 2020 Fairfax Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Divorce & The Guardian Ad Litem for Adults Under Disability 2020 Fairfax Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Adoption 2020 Fairfax Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Divorce Business Valuation 2020 Fairfax Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Commercial Business Valuation
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Updated: Jul 17, 2026