$ 225-275 per hour
also known as Gabby Sapia
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.
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11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
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 P. Lesoli | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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...
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional, thorough, got the job done.
Gabby's work was very thorough. She did a good job setting expectations and following through. My divorce was amicable but having Gabby review documents and push the work forward made a huge difference personally. I'm very thankful that she was there to help me though the process and I would absolute...
Posted by Riccardo | June 15, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended divorce lawyer
My divorce was a very unpleasant experience. Dealing with someone who wants to get the most from such a heart-breaking situation like the end of a marriage, makes you feel horrible every single day that you are still married. This being the premise, hiring the right lawyer can really mean a lot for y...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2014 | Family
Excellent Lawyer!!
When you have issues with Parenting time and one person is unreasonable, it can be overly stressful and overwhelming leaving you unsure where to turn for guidance. Gabby made sure she answered all our questions, what steps we'd take, the process, and what we'd fight or push for; everything you look ...
"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."
"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."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021 - Present
Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2011 - 2021
Senior Associate, Law Offices of Patrick Markey, P.C.
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
Trial Court Reversed in Favor of Ms. Sapia's Client
2011
Juris Doctor
2003
Bachelor of Art
English
Spanish