Divorce & Family Law Attorney in Greene County, Virginia
Virginia Family Law Statutes for Greene County
Virginia family law is codified in Title 20 of the Virginia Code. Greene County Circuit Court handles all divorce, equitable distribution, and spousal support matters at 85 Stanard Street, Stanardsville. The 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, founder of Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. in 1997, personally amended § 20-107.3, giving our firm direct insight into this critical statute.
Last verified: March 2026 | Greene County General District Court | Virginia General Assembly
Official Legal Resources
For the complete text of Virginia family law statutes, visit the Virginia Code Title 20 (official Virginia General Assembly). For Greene County court information, forms, and procedures, refer to the Greene County General District Court website.
Greene County Family Court Process
Greene County Circuit Court handles all divorce, equitable distribution, and spousal support matters. Greene County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles standalone custody, visitation, child support, and protective orders. Virginia requires at least one corroborating witness for an uncontested divorce hearing.
- File the initial complaint with the Greene County Circuit Court clerk.
- Attend the pendente lite hearing for temporary orders if needed.
- Complete discovery, including financial disclosures and interrogatories.
- Attempt mediation to reach a settlement on contested issues.
- Prepare for trial by organizing evidence and witness testimony.
- Obtain the final divorce decree and related orders from the court.
Penalties and Legal Standards
In Greene County, family law matters involve equitable distribution of property, not criminal penalties. Virginia requires a 6-month separation for no-fault divorce without minor children or a 1-year separation with minor children.
| Issue | Legal Standard | Court | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divorce | No-fault after separation; fault grounds available | Greene County Circuit Court | 2-24 months |
| Property Division | Equitable distribution under Va. Code § 20-107.3 | Greene County Circuit Court | 6-24 months |
| Child Custody | Best interests of child under Va. Code § 20-124.3 | Greene County J&DR Court | 3-12 months |
| Child Support | Virginia guidelines based on combined income | Greene County J&DR Court | 1-3 months |
| Spousal Support | 13 statutory factors under Va. Code § 20-107.1 | Greene County Circuit Court | 3-12 months |
Results may vary based on the specific facts of each case.
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 attorney experience and 4,739+ firm-wide case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our tagline, “Global advocacy. Local precision,” reflects our approach to Greene County family law matters. Mr. Sris personally amended Virginia’s equitable distribution statute (Va. Code § 20-107.3), providing unique insight into property division cases.
Samantha Rae Powers, Associate Attorney at Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. — Licensed in VA, FL. Experienced family law and civil litigator. View Samantha Rae Powers’s Profile
Case Results in Greene County
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4 documented case results in Greene County across all practice areas, with a 100% favorable outcome rate for family law matters. These results include successful divorce settlements, custody agreements, and property division outcomes.
Results may vary based on the specific facts of each case.
Local Representation in Greene County
Our Fairfax location serves clients at Greene County courts (85 Stanard Street), accessible via Route 29 and Route 33. We are a family law lawyer near Stanardsville and Ruckersville. We serve the Stanardsville and Ruckersville areas and surrounding communities. 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
By appointment only.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a divorce take in Greene 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 Greene 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.
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). Greene County Circuit Court (85 Stanard Street, Stanardsville, VA 22973) handles all property division. Separate property (pre-marriage, inheritance, gifts) is excluded.
How is child custody decided in Greene County, Virginia?
Custody in Greene 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. Greene County J&DR Court handles standalone custody. Greene 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 Greene County Circuit Court.
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 pages for Fairfax County family law lawyer and Falls Church family law lawyer. For other legal needs in Greene County, consider our Greene County criminal defense lawyer or Greene County DUI/DWI lawyer. Learn more about attorney Kristen Fisher.
Last verified: March 2026. Information current as of 2026-02-15. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.