This varies based on what type of divorce you’re filing for. In Virginia, you’ll need to wait one year from the date of separation before filing for divorce. If there are no minor children and you can reach an agreement, you will be able to file for divorce six months after the date of separation.

From there, if you’re filing for an uncontested divorce, it will generally take a few months, longer if you’re filing for a contested divorce. You can read more about contested and uncontested divorces on our blog.

Attorneys at Marble are experienced in family law litigation and have helped over 20,000 clients nationwide with cases just like yours.

No matter what you’re dealing with, our team is trained to get it done.

At Marble, you’re hiring an experienced legal team for one part of your case at a time. By taking it step by step, you get a clear price for each service. This is called Limited Scope representation. We do it this way so you know exactly what’s included–and what it costs–before we start working.  

No divorce is exactly the same, but they typically include the following steps: 

• Petition for divorce or response to petition 
• Settlement or Trial
• Final judgment

The cost of a divorce in Virginia depends on a number of factors in addition to the legal fees. Typically, an uncontested divorce is a faster and more affordable process than a contested divorce. There are also a number of other factors that can determine the cost, including but not limited to: how simple or complicated it is to serve the opposing party, how many assets there are to divide and whether there are children involved. If you choose Marble for your divorce in Virginia, we’ll provide a clear, fixed price for each step of your divorce.

Yes, Marble offers financing options for divorces in Virginia. You can learn more here, but the best way to understand your options is to book a call with our team. To find a time that works for you, you can click here.

Yes. After an initial free call with the Marble team, where they’ll walk you through our process, you’ll schedule time to speak with an attorney for a legal strategy session. There’s a one-time fee to reserve this time with the attorney. During this call, they’ll review the details of your case and walk you through a plan for moving forward. If you decide you’d like to work with us, we’ll then send over an agreement for you to sign and get started on your case right away.

First, you should make sure you are eligible to file for divorce in Virginia. You and your spouse need to have lived in Virginia for at least six months prior to filing.

It’s important to note that all divorces are different, but the following scenario outlines a typical process. Once you’ve determined you’re eligible, the first step is to hire an experienced attorney to help you through the often complicated divorce process. The attorney will help you file a petition for divorce. The next step is for the sheriff or a process server to serve your spouse (the “opposing party” in your case) with divorce papers. From there, the divorce proceedings can begin, which will vary depending on the type of divorce you’re seeking, your relationship with your spouse and the asset division involved, among a number of other factors.

To file for an uncontested divorce, you can go to www.VALegalAid.org, which is an organization maintained by the Virginia Poverty Law Center that offers information and guidance on the divorce process.  To file the actual complaint for a divorce, you will need to file your complaint with the proper Virginia city or county courthouse unless your jurisdiction offers electronic filing.

While Virginia allows for no-fault divorces, they are more difficult to obtain than in other states. The only way you can file for no-fault divorce in Virginia is when you’ve been separated for six months with no minor children and you have a signed property separation agreement or one year if minor children are involved. If you file for a fault divorce, you may need a third-party witness to corroborate your reasons for filing. Because of how complicated Virginia’s divorce process is, it’s often recommended to work with an attorney who can help you navigate the process.

Beyond that, divorces are legally and emotionally complex. Divorce lawyers know all the state laws and are there to guide you through the process. Your attorney will make sure you know all your rights and obligations. They can advise you on what you should and shouldn’t do before and after filing for divorce to minimize conflict. They’ll also make sure that the paperwork is done correctly and completely. Also, if you don’t have a lawyer but your spouse does, you could be at a big disadvantage. The final divorce agreement could be biased and one-sided. Additionally if you have children, debt, shared property, or individual assets that you would like to protect, it’s always advisable to work with a lawyer that has an understanding of the court system and is experienced in protecting their clients’ best interests.

Virginia allows for spousal support only when the court deems it necessary. The court will consider the circumstances that led to the divorce. There are certain situations, such as when the spouse seeking support has committed adultery, where the court will not grant spousal support.

Attorneys in Virginia need to be admitted to the Virginia state bar. Attorneys at Marble in Virginia also must have a clean record with no history of bar complaints and at least three years of experience practicing in family law.