An Uncontested Divorce Lawyer Hanover County handles no-fault divorces under Va. Code § 20-91 after a 6-month separation. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 19 documented case results in Hanover County. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, the equitable distribution statute.
Last verified: April 2026 | Hanover County General District Court | Va. Code § 20-91 (official Virginia General Assembly)
Virginia law defines divorce under Va. Code § 20-91. For a no-fault divorce, you must live separate and apart for six months if you have no minor children and have a signed separation agreement, or one year if you have minor children. Fault grounds include adultery, cruelty, desertion for one year, and felony conviction with imprisonment for one year or more. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, handles these cases in Hanover County.
For an uncontested divorce, the key statute is Va. Code § 20-91. An uncontested divorce means both parties agree on all issues — property division, spousal support, child custody, and child support — typically through a signed property settlement agreement. This differs from a contested divorce where the court must decide disputed issues after a trial.
Review the official statutes: Va. Code § 20-91 (divorce grounds — official Virginia General Assembly) and the Hanover County General District Court website for court procedures and filing information.
Hanover County Circuit Court handles all divorce filings. The court requires a corroborating witness at the uncontested divorce hearing. Your separation agreement must address all issues — property, debt, support, and custody — before the court will enter a final decree.
- Step 1: Draft and sign a property settlement agreement with your spouse.
- Step 2: File the divorce complaint at Hanover County Circuit Court (7507 Library Drive, Suite 201).
- Step 3: Serve your spouse with the complaint and summons.
- Step 4: File the signed separation agreement and required affidavits.
- Step 5: Attend the uncontested hearing with your corroborating witness.
- Step 6: Receive the final divorce decree from the court.
In Hanover County, an uncontested divorce carries no penalty — it is a civil proceeding. The cost includes filing fees and service of process fees.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested Divorce | Civil Proceeding | None | Filing fee: ~$86 | None | None |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by Mr. Sris, a former prosecutor. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, Virginia’s equitable distribution statute — a credential no other family law firm in Hanover County can claim. The firm’s tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.”
Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, also handles complex family law matters in Hanover County. He is a former prosecutor with bar admissions in VA, MD, DC, NJ, and NY. He personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 19 total documented case results across all practice areas in Hanover County, with a 100% favorable outcome rate. These results include dismissals and reductions in traffic and sex crimes cases. Firm-wide, the firm has 4,739+ 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.
Our Richmond location is approximately 20 minutes from Hanover County Circuit Court, accessible via I-95 and I-295. If you need an uncontested divorce lawyer near Hanover County, we serve Mechanicsville, Ashland, Atlee, Beaverdam, and Doswell. 24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
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How long does an uncontested divorce take in Hanover County, Virginia?
2-4 months from filing to final decree. Virginia requires a 6-month separation (no minor children with signed agreement) or 1-year separation (with minor children). Hanover County Circuit Court handles all divorces.
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Hanover County, Virginia?
Circuit Court filing fee: approximately $86. Sheriff service of process: approximately $12. Private process server: $50-$100. Additional costs may include Guardian ad Litem ($500-$2,500+) and mediation ($100-$300/hour per party).
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).
How is child custody decided in Hanover County, Virginia?
Custody is based on the best interests of the child under Va. Code § 20-124.3, considering 10 factors. Hanover County J&DR Court handles standalone custody; 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).
Last verified: 2026-04. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for updated guidance.
For more information, visit our Virginia Family Law Lawyer hub page. See also our Henrico County divorce lawyer and Chesterfield County divorce lawyer pages. For other legal needs in Hanover County, see our Hanover County criminal defense lawyer page.