$ 250-250 per hour
Abby McNelis
About Abby
Biography
Abby McNelis is an associate attorney at Meyer & Bowden, PLLC., practicing exclusively family law. Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation and support cases. Ms. McNelis represents clients in Spotsylvania County, Stafford County, Fairfax County and all across Northern Virginia.
Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Ms. McNelis graduated from The Pennsylvania State University before graduating from Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University.
After graduating from law school in 2018, Ms. McNelis completed a one-year judicial clerkship with the Fairfax County Circuit Court. Family law cases made up a majority of the court’s docket, and through her clerkship Ms. McNelis gained valuable insight into the judicial decision-making process.
Ms. McNelis currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from Justia.
Abby McNelis resides in Northern Virginia.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 7 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2018
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Location
Law Offices of Abby McNelis
3975 University Drive #325, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Abby McNelis's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
5 Client Reviews
Abby McNelis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Abby is a strong and no-nonsense advocate for her clients. She works tirelessly for her clients and her diligent and thoughtful approach to her cases bodes well at trial. I would recommend Abby to anybody looking for a family law attorney."
"Abby is a smart and discerning attorney. She is an effective advocate for her clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
"Abby has great judgment and knowledge of the law, which allows her to understand complex legal issues and act decisively. Above all, Abby never loses sight of her clients' objectives and vigorously pursues their interests. I'd recommend her to anyone."
"Ms. McNelis has a strong knowledge of the law and is a dedicated family law attorney. Her focus on the needs and interests of her clients is unwavering. She receives my highest endorsement."
"I highly endorse Abby McNelis. Ms. McNelis brings a healthy balance of compassion and zealous advocacy to the practice of law."
"Ms. McNelis is a detail-oriented attorney who zealously advocates on behalf of her clients. I highly endorse her."
"Ms. McNelis is a zealous advocate for her clients both in and out of the courtroom, and uses her strong knowledge of all aspects of family law to obtain positive outcomes for her clients. Ms. McNelis knows that each client's situation is unique, and tailors her strategy in each case accordingly. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking representation in a family law matter."
"Ms. McNelis is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Ms. McNelis to anyone seeking an attorney to represent them in any divorce, custody, and support matter in Fairfax County or Northern Virginia."
"Ms. McNelis brings a wide range of experience with her to the courtroom. She is well-prepared and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"As a former judicial law clerk, Abby is detail oriented and understands the ins-and-outs of family law. She is passionate about this field of law and would be an asset to any client."
"Ms. McNeils is an energetic and zealous advocate for her clients. I give her my highest endorsement."
"I give Abby my highest endorsement. She has a strong knowledge of the law and excellent communication skills."
"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. McNelis receives my highest possible endorsement."
"Abby McNelis is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Abby to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Fairfax County or Northern Virginia."
Maria Zamayar
Family lawyer
Andrew Tank
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Virginia, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2018
Trial Advocacy Award, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2018 - 2019
Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Michael F. Devine, Fairfax County Circuit Court
Associations
2020 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2019 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2019 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Represented Wife Against Former Husband Who Failed to Pay Support
Former Husband Found in Contempt, Ordered to Pay Arrearages and Attorney's Fees
Represented Wife in Pendente Lite Support Hearing
Husband Ordered to Pay Pendente Lite Child and Spousal Support
Education
2018
George Mason University School of Law
J.D.
2015
The Pennsylvania State University
B.S.
Publications
2020
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Marriage Story: Four Lessons for Your Virginia Divorce
2019
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Adultery and the Fifth Amendment in Virginia Divorce Cases
2017
George Mason University Civil Rights Law Journal
Habitually Offending the Constitution: The Cruel and Unusual Consequences of Habitual Offender Laws and Mandatory Minimums
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I am awarded a fault divorce. Can I receive more of the marital assets?
17 Sep 2019
Q&A
How can I (Father) file for visitation rights?
11 Sep 2019
Q&A
Can I legally change my son's name without his father's permission ?
11 Sep 2019