In Prince William County, Virginia, divorce is governed by Va. Code § 20-91 and equitable distribution under Va. Code § 20-107.3, personally amended by Mr. Sris. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 297 documented case results in Prince William County. An Out Of State Divorce Enforcement Lawyer Prince William County can help enforce foreign decrees locally.
Virginia Divorce and Family Law Statutes
Virginia is an equitable distribution state under Va. Code § 20-107.3, meaning marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily 50/50. No-fault divorce requires a 6-month separation if no minor children exist with a signed separation agreement, or 1-year separation with minor children. Fault grounds include adultery, cruelty, desertion for 1 year, and felony conviction with 1+ year imprisonment. Child custody follows the best interests of the child standard under Va. Code § 20-124.3, considering 10 statutory factors. Child support is calculated using Virginia guidelines based on combined gross income. Spousal support is determined by 13 statutory factors under Va. Code § 20-107.1. An Out Of State Divorce Enforcement Lawyer Prince William County handles enforcement of foreign divorce decrees in Virginia courts.
Last verified: April 2026 | Prince William County General District Court | Va. Code § 20-91 (official Virginia General Assembly)
Official Court and Statute Resources
For the complete text of Virginia’s divorce and family law statutes, visit the Virginia General Assembly legislative information system. For court rules, procedures, and forms specific to Prince William County, visit the Prince William County General District Court website.
Prince William County Family Law Procedure
Prince William County Circuit Court handles all divorce, equitable distribution, and spousal support matters. Prince William County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles standalone custody, visitation, child support, and protective orders.
- File a complaint for divorce at Prince William County Circuit Court, 9311 Lee Avenue, Suite 230, Manassas, VA 20110.
- Serve the complaint on your spouse through sheriff service ($12) or private process server ($50-$100).
- File a pendente lite motion for temporary support and custody if needed (typically heard within 21-60 days).
- Complete mandatory financial disclosure and exchange discovery documents.
- Attend mediation or settlement conference to resolve outstanding issues.
- Final hearing or submission of agreed order for uncontested divorce.
In Prince William County, Virginia family law matters involve equitable distribution of marital property, child custody determinations, and spousal support awards based on statutory factors.
| Issue | Legal Standard | Timeline | Court | Filing Fee | Additional Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested Divorce | No-fault: 6-month or 1-year separation | 2-4 months | Circuit Court | $86 | Sheriff service: $12 |
| Contested Divorce | Equitable distribution under Va. Code § 20-107.3 | 9-18 months | Circuit Court | $86 | Private process server: $50-$100 |
| Child Custody | Best interests of child under Va. Code § 20-124.3 | Varies | J&DR Court | Varies | Guardian ad Litem: $500-$2,500+ |
| Child Support | Virginia guidelines based on combined income | Varies | J&DR Court | Varies | Mediation: $100-$300/hour per party |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Why Choose Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. for Your Prince William County Family Law Matter
Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. brings over 120 years of combined legal experience to every case. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, Virginia’s equitable distribution statute — a credential no other firm in Prince William County can claim. Our firm has 4,739+ total documented case results across all practice areas with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.”
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Prince William County Case Results
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 297 total documented case results across all practice areas in Prince William County, with a 97% favorable outcome rate. Firm-wide, we have 4,739+ total documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Contact Our Prince William County Family Law Attorney
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Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce and Family Law in Prince William County
How long does a divorce take in Prince William County, Virginia?
It depends. Uncontested divorce with signed separation agreement: 2-4 months from filing to final decree. Contested divorce: 9-18 months. Complex equitable distribution with business valuation or retirement assets: 12-24 months. Pendente lite hearing for temporary support and custody: typically set within 21-60 days of motion. Virginia requires a 6-month separation (no minor children with signed agreement) or 1-year separation (with minor children) before filing no-fault. Prince William County Circuit Court handles all divorces.
How much does a divorce cost in Prince William County, Virginia?
It depends. Circuit Court filing fee for divorce complaint: approximately $86. Sheriff service of process: approximately $12. Private process server: $50-$100. Pendente lite motion: additional court costs. Guardian ad Litem for custody: typically $500-$2,500+. Mediation: $100-$300/hour per party. Additional costs may apply for complex cases involving business valuation or retirement assets.
Is Virginia a community property state?
No. Virginia is an equitable distribution state — marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily 50/50. The court considers 11 factors under Va. Code § 20-107.3 (personally amended by Mr. Sris). Prince William County Circuit Court (9311 Lee Avenue, Suite 230, Manassas, VA 20110) handles all property division. Separate property (pre-marriage, inheritance, gifts) is excluded.
How is child custody decided in Prince William County, Virginia?
Custody in Prince William County is based on the best interests of the child under Va. Code § 20-124.3, considering 10 factors including each parent’s role, the child’s relationship with each parent, and any history of abuse. Prince William County J&DR Court handles standalone custody. Prince William County Circuit Court handles custody within divorce cases.
What are the grounds for divorce in Virginia?
No-fault: 6-month separation (no minor children + signed agreement) or 1-year separation. Fault grounds: adultery (no waiting period), cruelty, desertion (1 year), felony conviction (1+ year imprisonment). Filed at Prince William County Circuit Court. Circuit Court filing fee for divorce complaint: approximately $86.
Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of 2026-02-15. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.