Divorce & Family Law Attorney in Greene County, Virginia
Greene County divorce is governed by Virginia’s equitable distribution laws under Va. Code § 20-107.3, requiring a 6-month or 1-year separation for no-fault cases. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4 documented family law results in Greene County. Our firm provides full representation for divorce, child custody, and property division matters filed at the Greene County Circuit Court.
Virginia Family Law Statutes for Greene County
Virginia family law is codified in Title 20 of the Virginia Code. Greene County Circuit Court applies these statutes to all divorce, custody, and support cases filed at 85 Stanard Street in Stanardsville.
Key statutes include Va. Code § 20-91 (divorce grounds), § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution — personally amended by Mr. Sris), § 20-108.1 (child support guidelines), and § 20-124.2 (custody best interests). Virginia is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital property is divided fairly based on 11 statutory factors, not necessarily 50/50.
Last verified: March 2026 | Greene County General District Court | Virginia General Assembly
Official Virginia Family Law Resources
For the complete text of Virginia’s family law statutes, visit the Virginia Code Title 20 (Domestic Relations) on the official Virginia Legislative Information System.
Greene County court information, forms, and procedures are available on the Greene County General District Court website.
Greene County Family Court Procedures
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.
- File the initial complaint: File a Complaint for Divorce with the Greene County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. Pay the $86 filing fee and arrange for service of process on your spouse.
- Attend the pendente lite hearing: If temporary support or custody orders are needed, file a pendente lite motion. The court typically schedules a hearing within 21-60 days.
- Complete discovery: Exchange financial disclosures, respond to interrogatories, and conduct depositions if necessary. Complex cases may require business valuations or forensic accounting.
- Attempt settlement through mediation: Participate in voluntary mediation to resolve property division, support, and custody issues without a trial. Mediation costs $100-$300 per hour per party.
- Proceed to trial if needed: If settlement fails, the case proceeds to trial before a Greene County Circuit Court judge. Present evidence and arguments on all contested issues.
- Obtain the final decree: After trial or settlement, the judge enters a Final Decree of Divorce that addresses all matters: divorce, property division, support, and custody.
Greene County Family Law Penalties & Consequences
In Greene County, divorce carries specific procedural requirements and financial obligations under Virginia’s equitable distribution system.
| Offense | Classification | Timeline | Costs | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested Divorce | No-fault (separation) | 2-4 months | $86 filing + service fees | Property settlement agreement required |
| Contested Divorce | Fault or no-fault | 9-18 months | $86 filing + discovery costs + possible experienced fees | Trial required; court decides all issues |
| Complex Equitable Distribution | High-asset divorce | 12-24 months | $86 filing + business valuation ($5,000-$20,000+) + forensic accounting | Business assets, retirement accounts, stock options divided |
| Child Custody Dispute | Best interests determination | 3-12 months | Guardian ad Litem: $500-$2,500+ | Custody evaluation; parenting plan ordered |
Results may vary. Each case depends on unique facts and circumstances.
Virginia Family Law Authority
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. Our firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience. Mr. Sris personally amended Virginia’s equitable distribution statute (Va. Code § 20-107.3), giving us unique insight into property division cases.
We maintain a 100% favorable outcome rate for our 4 documented Greene County family law cases. Our tagline reflects our approach: “Global advocacy. Local precision.”
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
Greene County Family Law Case Results
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 property division settlements, child custody agreements, and divorce decrees.
Results may vary. Prior results do not aim for a similar outcome.
Greene County Family Law Office
Our Fairfax location serves clients at Greene County courts (85 Stanard Street). We are accessible via Route 29 and Route 33. As a Greene County family law lawyer near Stanardsville, we represent clients throughout the area.
We serve Stanardsville, Ruckersville, and surrounding Greene County communities. Our Fairfax location is available for meetings by appointment only.
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. Circuit Court filing fee for divorce complaint: approximately $86; sheriff service of process: approximately $12; private process server: $50-$100.
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Attorney Kristen Fisher Profile — Learn about our Of Counsel attorney.
Last verified: March 2026. Information current as of verification date. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.