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In Chesterfield County, Virginia, divorce follows equitable distribution under Va. Code § 20-107.3, personally amended by Mr. Sris. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 15 documented case results in Chesterfield County. A Foreign Divorce Decree Enforcement Lawyer Chesterfield County can help enforce out-of-state orders.
Last verified: April 2026 | Chesterfield County General District Court | Va. Code § 20-107.3 (official Virginia General Assembly)
In Chesterfield County, Virginia, divorce carries a timeline of 2-24 months depending on complexity, with filing fees around $86.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contested Divorce | Civil Matter | N/A | $86 filing fee | N/A | 9-18 months timeline |
| Uncontested Divorce | Civil Matter | N/A | $86 filing fee | N/A | 2-4 months timeline |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
- File a complaint at Chesterfield County Circuit Court, 9500 Courthouse Road.
- Serve the other party with process.
- Attend pendente lite hearing if temporary orders are needed.
- Complete discovery and negotiate a settlement.
- Attend final hearing for entry of final decree.
Mr. Sris, founder of Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, the equitable distribution statute. This achievement provides a unique edge in Virginia family law cases.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 15 documented case results in Chesterfield County across all practice areas, with a 100% favorable outcome rate. Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. — Richmond
7400 Beaufont Springs Dr, Suite 300, Rm 395, Richmond, VA 23225
Toll-Free: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (804)201-9009
By appointment only. 24/7 phone consultations.
Our Richmond location is approximately 15 miles from Chesterfield County Courthouse, accessible via I-95 and Route 10. We serve Midlothian, Chester, Colonial Heights area, Bon Air, Brandermill, and Moseley. A Foreign Divorce Decree Enforcement Lawyer Chesterfield County can assist with enforcing out-of-state orders. For post-divorce issues, an enforce divorce judgment lawyer Chesterfield County provides targeted representation. A post-divorce enforcement lawyer Chesterfield County handles contempt and modification matters.
Yes, Virginia is an equitable distribution state, not 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). Chesterfield County Circuit Court (9500 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832) handles all property division. Separate property (pre-marriage, inheritance, gifts) is excluded.
It depends on the type of divorce.
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.
It depends on the specific costs involved.
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 ($500-$2,500+) and mediation ($100-$300/hour). Mr. Sris personally amended Virginia’s equitable distribution statute (Va. Code § 20-107.3). Cases filed at Chesterfield County General District Court.
It depends on the best interests of the child.
Custody in Chesterfield 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. Chesterfield County J&DR Court handles standalone custody. Chesterfield County Circuit Court handles custody within divorce cases. 15 total documented case results across all practice areas (100% favorable outcome rate)
It depends on the grounds you choose.
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 Chesterfield County Circuit Court. 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