Divorce & Family Law Attorney in Prince William County, Virginia
Virginia Family Law Statutes
Virginia family law is codified in Title 20 of the Virginia Code. Key statutes include Va. Code § 20-91 (divorce grounds), § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution), § 20-108.1 (child support guidelines), and § 20-124.2 (custody best interests). Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, Virginia’s equitable distribution statute. Virginia is an equitable distribution state, not community property, meaning marital property is divided fairly based on 11 statutory factors.
Last verified: March 2026 | Prince William County General District Court | Virginia General Assembly
Official Legal Resources
For the complete Virginia family law statutes, refer to Va. Code Title 20 (Domestic Relations) on the official Virginia General Assembly website. For Prince William County court information, visit the Prince William County General District Court website.
Prince William County Family Court Procedures
Prince William County Circuit Court handles all divorce, equitable distribution, and spousal support matters at 9311 Lee Avenue, Suite 230, Manassas, VA 20110. Prince William County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles standalone custody, visitation, child support, and protective orders.
- Schedule consultation with Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. to assess your family law matter.
- File petition at Prince William County Circuit Court (divorce) or J&DR Court (standalone custody).
- Serve other party through sheriff service ($12) or private process server ($50-$100).
- File pendente lite motion if temporary support or custody arrangements are needed.
- Exchange financial information through discovery; consider mediation ($100-$300/hour).
- Attend final hearing for uncontested cases or trial for contested matters.
Family Law Procedures and Requirements
In Prince William County, family law matters follow Virginia’s equitable distribution system with no-fault divorce available after 6-month separation (no minor children) or 1-year separation (with minor children).
| Matter | Court | Filing Fee | Timeline | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested Divorce | Circuit Court | $86 | 2-4 months | 6-month/1-year separation |
| Contested Divorce | Circuit Court | $86 + costs | 9-18 months | Property settlement agreement |
| Child Custody | J&DR Court | Varies | 3-9 months | Best interests of child |
| Child Support | J&DR Court | Varies | 1-3 months | Virginia guidelines |
| Equitable Distribution | Circuit Court | $86 + costs | 12-24 months | 11 statutory factors |
Results may vary based on individual case circumstances.
Firm Credentials and Experience
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Mr. Sris personally amended Virginia’s equitable distribution statute (Va. Code § 20-107.3), providing unique insight into Virginia family law.
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Prince William County Case Results
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 297 documented case results in Prince William County across all practice areas with a 97% favorable outcome rate. These results include divorce cases with equitable distribution, child custody matters, and support modifications handled in Prince William County Circuit Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
Results may vary based on individual case circumstances.
Prince William County Family Law Representation
Our Fairfax location serves clients at Prince William County courts (9311 Lee Avenue). We are a family law lawyer near Prince William County serving Manassas, Woodbridge, Dale City, Dumfries, Gainesville, Haymarket, Lake Ridge, and Occoquan.
24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C.
4008 Williamsburg Court
Fairfax, VA 22032
Phone: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (703) 636-5417
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a divorce take in Prince William County, Virginia?
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.
How much does a divorce cost in Prince William County, Virginia?
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 include Guardian ad Litem for custody and mediation services.
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 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.
Related Legal Services
For more information on Virginia family law, visit our Virginia family law lawyer hub page. For family law representation in nearby areas, see our Fairfax County family law lawyer and Manassas family law lawyer pages. For other legal services in Prince William County, consider our Prince William County criminal defense lawyer or Prince William County DUI/DWI lawyer.
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Last verified: March 2026. Information updated as of 2026-02-15. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.