$ 225-275 per hour
Gabriela Cristina Sapia
also known as Gabby Sapia
About Gabriela
Biography
Gabriela Sapia is an associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation and support cases. Ms. Sapia works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represents clients in Fairfax County and all across Northern Virginia.
An attorney since 2011, Ms. Sapia has practiced exclusively family law her entire career. She worked at the same family law firm in Chicago, Illinois for over a decade before joining Livesay & Myers, P.C. in 2021.
Ms. Sapia earned her law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dartmouth College.
Ms. Sapia is known for her commitment to her clients, and is a zealous advocate for their interests both inside and outside the courtroom. She was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2020–2021.
Ms. Sapia is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Gabriela Sapia resides with her family in Alexandria, Virginia.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 8 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 14 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2011
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Gabriela Cristina Sapia's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | October 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not Cost Effective
Very rudely taking to me. Just took my money, that’s all. Even in the court room, she wanted talk to her client. She in the hallway Gabriel pretend, to look the other way in the hallway. She purposely took different elevator to avoid talking to her client. Even in trial, Gabriel wasn’t smart to...
Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Worst Attorney Ever
she thinks herself smart but she is totally the opposite of that, she will do everything to get you to go to court then let the other party win, worst attorney ever.
Posted by Ben | June 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
What a gem!!
Gabriela helped with everything. She took the struggle off my shoulders by translating my MOU into Chicago court terms, appearing in court for me, being firm but kind to my son’s mother, and getting the job done in a timely manner. I was hesitant to start the process but Gabriela demonstrated honesty...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Left me high and dry!
Gabby was very knowledgeable and reaponsive but left my case right before my trial! Now we have no attorney and I have no idea what to do! Thanks for nothing...
Gabriela Sapia
Replied last October 18, 2016SM, I would appreciate it if you would contact me directly to discuss things as you had been doing. We, as a firm, made it clear the reasons we could not continue representing you and the withdrawal was granted months in advance of any trial. Please also remember that I strongly advocated that you be given more time before a trial date was set and the judge denied my request in your presence. While I understand your frustration with the legal process, please do not misrepresent the facts. .
Posted by P. Lesoli | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I couldn't have asked for better representation
Gabriela represented me in a very tough divorce and child custody case. She was very detail oriented and she never forgot the small details about my case. I worked with her from September 2014 to June 2016 when my divorce got final; this was a long emotionally draining period in my life and she nev...
Gabriela Cristina Sapia's Lawyer Endorsements
"Gabriela is a thoughtful and dedicated advocate for her clients. She is knowledgeable and diligent in representing her clients in all family law matters."
"Gabriela is an experienced advocate for her clients. I endorse her to any individual seeking a family law attorney."
"Gabriela has the experience, knowledge, and judgement to handle any family law issue that comes her way. She has a great work ethic and is always prepared. I would recommend her to anyone."
"Ms. Sapia is a zealous advocate for her clients and will do what it takes to get the job done. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Gabriela earns my highest endorsement. She is diligent, compassionate and deeply experienced in the area of family law."
"Gabby is incredibly smart and tries to find the best outcome for her clients in every case. She is a fabulous lawyer and I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. Sapia receives my highest possible endorsement."
"Gabby Sapia is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Gabby to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Fairfax County or Northern Virginia."
"Gabriela is an excellent lawyer. She is reasonable in her positions and knowledgeable in the law, but will fight when the issue is worthwhile, which is what being a true advocate is all about. Her writing and work product are a cut-above. In my experience with Gabriela, she can effectively work with counsel in bringing equitable resolution to complex issues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is well respected among her peers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2011 - 2021
Senior Associate, Law Offices of Patrick Markey, P.C.
Associations
2020 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Virginia State BarAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2013 - 2017
Young Lawyers Section of Chicago Bar AssocSecretary/Treasurer
2011 - 2013
Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionSpecial Project Coordinator
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Marriage of Jones
Trial Court Reversed in Favor of Ms. Sapia's Client
Education
2011
Chicago Kent College of Law
Juris Doctor
2003
Dartmouth College
Bachelor of Art
Languages
English
Spanish