Matthew Howard Smith

Matthew Howard Smith

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Adoption ... +8 more

11325 Random Hills Rd #100, Fairfax, VA

About Matthew

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Livesay & Myers, P.C.

11325 Random Hills Rd #100, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Matthew Howard Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

Matthew Howard Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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I. Horowitz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Caitlin Higgins

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Michael Poe

Child custody lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Marquardt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Jonathan McHugh

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Anneshia Miller Grant

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Danielle Snead

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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H. Eugene Oliver

Unknown lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Spencer Baumgardner

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Benjamin Carafiol

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Ghislaine Storr Burks

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Benjamin Griffitts

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephanie Sauer

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Susannah Nichols

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Varughese

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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James Livesay

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"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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Kevin Myers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"An outstanding family lawyer, Mr. Smith receives my highest endorsement."

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Daniel Turczan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Theadora Bouffard

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Ethan Bundy

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dianya Pu

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Christina Aguirre

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Margaret Byers

Family lawyer

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Alyssa Grzesiak

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Brackman

Family lawyer

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Carl Chandler

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Poe

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kate Beurmann-O'Neill

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Sarah Haight

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Katie Anderson

Family lawyer

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Erÿk Mahaffey

Family lawyer

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Eleanor Pittman

Family lawyer

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Allison Mazzei

Family lawyer

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Maria Fostieris

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William Parker

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Mariah Brackman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2021

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyer

2020

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

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

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Managing Partner, Livesay & Myers, P.C.

2010 - 2016

Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.

2005 - 2010

Associate, Condo Kelly & Byrnes, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

Admitted to Practice

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2005 - Present

Arlington County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Fairfax County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2015

Prince William County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fairfax Custody Case

Denial of Opposing Party's Motion to Modify Custody

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Education

2005

American University, Washington College of Law

J.D.

2002

University of Notre Dame

B.A.

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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