$ 425-425 per hour
Amanda Stone Swart
About Amanda
Biography
Amanda Stone Swart is a lead senior associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody and support cases. Ms. Stone Swart works in the firm’s Ashburn office, and represents clients in Leesburg, Ashburn, Loudoun County, and all across Northern Virginia.
Ms. Stone Swart is originally from Boone, Iowa. She graduated summa cum laude from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska in 2004, with Bachelor’s of Arts degrees in both Political Science and Journalism. Upon graduation, Ms. Stone Swart worked in politics in Iowa prior to relocating to the Washington, D.C. area. She then worked as a legal assistant or law clerk for several firms in downtown D.C. and Northern Virginia, before enrolling full time at George Mason University School of Law.
After graduating from law school in 2009, Ms. Stone Swart practiced family law as an associate attorney at a law firm in Northern Virginia from 2010 until June 2015 before joining Livesay & Myers, P.C.
One of the firm’s most skilled trial attorneys, in 2010 Ms. Swart received the prestigious Trial Advocate of the Year award from the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.
Ms. Stone Swart was named a Super Lawyer in 2023–2025, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2019–2021. She was also included in the 2021 and 2023 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. Ms. Stone Swart currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.
Ms. Stone Swart resides in Ashburn, Virginia with her husband and three daughters. In her free time, she volunteers with St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Ashburn. She is also active with the D.C. Chapter of the Creighton University Alumni Advisory Board. Finally, Ms. Stone Swart and her husband (an alumnus of Penn State) are avid fans of Penn State football.
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Licensed in Virginia for 15 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
19775 Belmont Executive Plaza #300, Ashburn, VA, 20147
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Posted by Bill | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Attorney
I believe that Amanda Stone Swart and her team - specifically Jenny Peshoff did an excellent job helping me through a very difficult situation - my divorce. From my first meeting with Amanda - I thought I had found an attorney that would take care of me in providing me with the best guidance in get...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Setting the Standard for Divorce Attorney
From the moment I first called Livesay & Myers to research an attorney for a separation and divorce, it was clear Amanda and her team were both knowledgeable and accessible. Amanda was incredibly professional but very personable during my initial consultation, laying out what seemed like a complicate...
Posted by Rebekah | June 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Former Client
Divorce is very tumultuous and disruptive and having the right advocate is crucial to finding your way to a stable future. Amanda S. Swart was a knowledgeable and strong advocate for my children and me. Our situation was complicated and painful, and she stood with me and helped my children and me ...
Amanda Stone Swart's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Amanda for over 10 years and highly recommend her. She is extremely knowledgeable, is an excellent litigator, and is a fantastic advocate for her clients."
"I highly endorse Ms. Swart. She is a knowledgeable family law attorney, especially in the areas of divorce and custody. Ms. Swart is a dedicated attorney who will fight to obtain the best possible results for her clients."
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"Amanda is an extremely knowledgeable and respected divorce and family law attorney. She is a passionate advocate for her clients."
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"Amanda is an experienced family law attorney with the skills and knowledge to serve her clients' best interests. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of a family law attorney in Loudoun County or across Northern Virginia."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Stone Swart is a bright and conscientious advocate for her clients. She is well-versed in the law and has the respect of her colleagues even when they are opposing counsel."
"Amanda's experience and compassion with her clients make her an excellent choice for a family law attorney. I would recommend her to anyone in need of assistance in their divorce or custody issues."
"I'm happy to endorse Ms. Swart as a bright, compassionate family law attorney! She is a skilled advocate who puts the needs of her clients first."
"Amanda is an experienced and fearless advocate for her clients. Amanda has a deep understanding of the law and a strong presence in the courtroom. I give her my highest endorsement."
"Amanda is a seasoned family law practitioner who knows how to achieve the best results for her clients. I highly recommend her for any issue related to family law."
"I highly endorse Amanda for any and all family law matters. She is diligent in representing her client's interests and puts their interests at the front of every case."
"Amanda is an exceptional advocate for her clients, and maintains boundless compassion for the individuals and families she represents. I highly endorse her as an excellent divorce and family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amanda Stone Swart is a talented, hard-working family law attorney. I highly recommend her."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. She has a strong grasp of the law and how to best utilize it for her clients' benefit. She is a caring person and that comes through in her client interactions."
"I have worked on cases against Amanda. She is a top quality lawyer."
"Amanda Stone Swart is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Amanda to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Loudoun County or Northern Virginia."
"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. Stone Swart receives my highest possible endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2017
2017 Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2015
2015 Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2010
Trial Advocate of the Year, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
2004
Graduated Summa Cum Laude, Creighton University
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Lead Senior Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2015 - 2021
Senior Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2010 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Cole Miller PLLC
Associations
2021 - Present
Loudoun County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2017 - Present
Law Camp Casino Night Committee, Loudoun County Bar AssociationChair
2017 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtAdmitted to Practice
2016 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2016 - Present
Law Camp Casino Night Committee, Loudoun County Bar AssociationCommittee Member
2015 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court CommitteeCommittee Member
2015 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys Association (Northern Virginia Chapter)Member
2015 - Present
Loudoun County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Creighton University Alumni Advisory Board- DC ChapterMember
2022 - 2023
Loudoun County Bar Association, Bench Bar CommittePresident-Elect
2019 - 2020
Loudoun County Bar AssociationSocial Chair
2012 - 2014
Creighton University Alumni Advisory Board- DC ChapterPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Loudoun County Divorce
Equal Division of Marital Assets
Fairfax County Divorce
Ruling in Favor of the Husband
Education
2009
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Creighton University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Street Law 2018
"So You're 18?" Legal Rights and Responsibilities in the Real World for High School Students
Publications
2017
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Sole Custody of Children in Virginia
2016
The Livesay & Myers Blog
Annulment vs. Divorce in Virginia
2015
The Livesay & Myers Blog
Legal Separation in Virginia
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers