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James D. Livesay is a distinguished family law attorney and founding partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., located in Fairfax, Virginia. With a rich background in family law, Mr. Livesay leads a dedicated team of attorneys across multiple offices in Arlington, Ashburn, Manassas, and Fredericksburg-Stafford. His primary focus is on adoption and military divorce, areas where he combines legal expertise with a deep understanding of the unique challenges his clients face. After earning his degree from Virginia Tech in 1995, Mr. Livesay pursued his law degree at the University of Virginia School of Law, graduating in 1998. He began his legal career in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps, where he served for three years, honing his skills in military law. Transitioning to civilian practice in 2001, he co-founded Livesay & Myers, P.C. with partner Kevin Myers in 2003, establishing a reputation for excellence in family law. Mr. Livesay's commitment to serving military families is evident through his development of the firm's military divorce section, which he has guided since its inception. His insights on military divorce have been widely recognized, including his published article, “Treatment of Disability Pay in Military Divorce,” featured on various online divorce platforms. Recognized for his professionalism and expertise, Mr. Livesay was named a Super Lawyer from 2014 to 2020 and received a spot on Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Lawyers list in 2018. He currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia, reflecting his dedication to client satisfaction and legal excellence. Residing in Northern Virginia with his wife and three children, James D. Livesay is committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation in adoption and family law matters.

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