$ 450-450 per hour
Matthew Smith is a managing partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. He is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody and support cases. Mr. Smith works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represents clients in Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington and all across Northern Virginia.
An attorney since 2005, Mr. Smith has litigated every type of family law case in the courts of Northern Virginia, including high value equitable distribution cases, custody, support, and military divorce cases. He is the attorney in the firm most experienced in navigating the Fairfax County court system.
One of the firm’s most knowledgeable military divorce lawyers, Matthew Smith is intimately familiar with issues of military retirement, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act, the Survivor Benefit Plan, disability pay, and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
Mr. Smith holds the prestigious AV Preeminent rating (the highest possible rating) for ethical standards and legal ability from Martindale-Hubbell. Mr. Smith has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in Family Law every year since 2017. He was named a Super Lawyer in 2022–2025, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2015–2020. Mr. Smith also holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.
Matthew Smith resides with his wife and two sons in Tysons Corner.
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$ 450-450 per hour
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Chat withState: Virginia
Acquired: 2005
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2007
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11325 Random Hills Rd #100, Fairfax, VA, 22030
19 Client Reviews
"Mr. Smith is a highly-experienced, impeccably ethical attorney who brings discretion to every aspect of his practice. He is reasonable and cool-headed, but does not budge when it comes to protecting his clients' interests and pursuing their goals. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"I highly endorse Mr. Smith. He is a knowledgeable and experienced family law attorney, especially in the areas of divorce and custody. I recommend Mr. Smith to anyone seeking counsel in Northern Virginia for family law matters."
"Matt Smith is an intelligent, hard-working and honest lawyer, who is well-versed in the intricacies of divorce and family law. I highly endorse Mr. Smith."
"Experienced and knowledgeable, Mr. Smith has many years of experience trying family law cases across many jurisdictions in Virginia. Mr. Smith combines his command of the relevant statutes and laws with a strong courtroom acumen. I give Mr. Smith my highest endorsement."
"Mr. Smith is an extremely knowledgeable and highly respected family law attorney. He is patient and understanding while also a superb advocate for his client's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Matt is an experienced attorney who uses the knowledge and skills he has honed over the years to relentlessly fight for his clients. He is not only well respected by his clients, but by the Northern Virginia legal community."
"I strongly endorse Matthew for clients with high stakes family law matters in Fairfax and across Northern Virginia. His experience with the courts is extensive and he is passionate about getting the best outcomes for his clients."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Matthew Smith is one of the finest divorce or family lawyers in Northern Virginia, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a diligent, knowledgeable attorney in a divorce or family law case."
"I wholeheartedly and without reservation endorse this lawyer. Matt is a diligent attorney that puts the needs of his clients at the front of his practice."
"I endorse this attorney. Mr. Smith has a measured approach when it comes to the representation of his clients that results in the clients having a great sense of comfort with him. He also is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in every area of family law. When his knowledge is combined with his superb litigation skills, Mr. Smith becomes easily recognized as one of the best."
"Matthew Smith is a dedicated and skilled family law attorney. He is a skilled advocate and negotiator who is able to work with and for clients to reach the best outcome possible."
"Matthew Smith is an extremely well-rounded family law attorney. He is aggressive in championing the needs of his clients, yet kind and understanding when dealing with them personally. I recommend Mr. Smith to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, personable, and confident family law attorney."
"Matthew Smith is a standout attorney experienced with every type of family law matter in the courts of Fairfax, Prince William and surrounding jurisdictions. I endorse him wholeheartedly to anyone in search of an experienced, talented attorney for a divorce or custody case in Northern Virginia."
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2020
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2019
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in Virginia, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award
2016
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in Virginia, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in Virginia, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2010 - 2016
Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2005 - 2010
Associate, Condo Kelly & Byrnes, P.C.
2014 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2012 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
Arlington County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2015
Prince William County Bar AssociationMember
Denial of Opposing Party's Motion to Modify Custody
2005
J.D.
2002
B.A.
2013
2013
2012
2010
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