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In New Kent County, Virginia, divorce and family law matters are governed by Va. Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution) and § 20-91 (divorce grounds). Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 11 documented case results in New Kent County. A Foreign Divorce Decree Enforcement Lawyer New Kent County can help enforce out-of-state orders.
Last verified: April 2026 | New Kent County General District Court | Virginia General Assembly
In New Kent County, family law cases involve divorce, custody, support, and property division under Virginia law.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divorce (No-Fault) | Civil | N/A | Filing fee ~$86 | N/A | 6-month separation (no children) or 1-year (with children) |
| Child Custody | Civil | N/A | Guardian ad Litem: $500-$2,500+ | N/A | Best interests of the child standard |
| Spousal Support | Civil | N/A | Mediation: $100-$300/hour | N/A | 13 statutory factors considered |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
- File a complaint for divorce at New Kent County Circuit Court (12001 Courthouse Circle).
- Serve the other party with the summons and complaint.
- Attend a pendente lite hearing if temporary support or custody is needed.
- Participate in mediation if ordered by the court.
- Attend the final hearing to obtain the divorce decree.
Mr. Sris, founder of Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution statute). This achievement provides a unique advantage in complex property division cases.
Our firm has 11 documented case results in New Kent County across all practice areas, with a 100% favorable outcome rate. Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Toll-Free: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (804)201-9009
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Yes, Virginia is an equitable distribution state. Marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily 50/50 under Va. Code § 20-107.3.
No, Virginia is not a community property state. It uses equitable distribution, meaning the court divides property fairly based on 11 factors.
It depends. An uncontested divorce with a signed separation agreement takes 2-4 months. A contested divorce can take 9-18 months or longer.
Yes, you can file for divorce in New Kent County if you or your spouse has lived in Virginia for at least 6 months.
Yes, child custody is based on the best interests of the child under Va. Code § 20-124.3, considering 10 factors.
Yes, spousal support (alimony) can be modified if there is a material change in circumstances, such as job loss or remarriage.
Yes, you can enforce a foreign divorce decree in New Kent County by registering it with the Circuit Court under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA).
Yes, mediation is available but not mandatory in Virginia. It can help resolve custody, support, and property issues without trial.
Our Richmond location serves clients at New Kent County courts (12001 Courthouse Circle). Accessible via I-64, Route 33, Route 249, Route 60.
We serve New Kent, Providence Forge, Quinton, and surrounding communities.
For a Foreign Divorce Decree Enforcement Lawyer New Kent County, contact us at (888) 437-7747. We also handle enforce divorce judgment lawyer New Kent County and post-divorce enforcement lawyer New Kent County matters.