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Virginia has both fault and no fault divorces. To obtain a no-fault divorce, you must be separated for at least one year, except that if you have a separation agreement and no minor children you may obtain a divorce after being separated for at least 6 months.  A fault divorce has certain advantages when it comes to property division and alimony, but it can be more difficult to prove this type of case. 

Many divorce cases are uncontested, which means that the parties are able to work out an agreement on things like property division and child custody as part of a no-fault divorce. However, some divorces wind up becoming contested and require court litigation.  In either situation, a Virginia Beach family law attorney can help you protect your rights. 

Virginia also has what is effectively a legal separation, known as a divorce from bed and board, which can only be granted in cases of cruelty or desertion.  With this type of separation, the decree effectively acts like a divorce judgment, except that it does not permit the parties to get remarried.  A Virginia Beach Divorce Lawyer can help you decide if a divorce from bed and board makes sense given your unique situation. 

How Long Will My Case Take?

It depends. Every family law case is different, so there is no set timetable for how long a case will take to resolve. That being said, if you are able to work out an agreement outside of court (whether through mediation or another type of dispute resolution), it will usually take less time than going to court. If your case goes to trial, then it may take a year or longer.
At the beginning of your case, your lawyer may be able to give you a rough estimate of how long it will take. This number may change as the case proceeds and you learn more about the other side’s position and their willingness to compromise. Reach out to Poole Brooke Plumlee to schedule a consultation with a Virginia Beach family law attorney.

What Will Happen with My Kids, House and Pets?
f you are considering a divorce – or if your spouse has filed for divorce – then you probably have some very legitimate worries about what happens to the things that are important to you, such as your kids, pets, and home. Like so many legal questions, the answer is that it depends. Child custody determinations are made in the best interests of the child, for example, while property division is supposed to be equitable.
If you want a better idea of what will happen in a divorce, then your best option is to talk to an attorney about the specifics of your case. They will listen to you and then offer you advice on what might happen if you move forward with a divorce. Contact Poole Brooke Plumlee PC to talk to a Virginia Beach family law attorney about your case.

How Poole Brooke Plumlee Can Help

When it comes to family law, you can rely on the experience and expertise of Poole Brooke Plumlee. We use our knowledge of Virginia law to help our clients achieve the best possible result. We treat each client with compassion, knowing just how important their family law case is to them.
Founded in 1987, our law firm has grown and evolved over the years to serve a broader cross-section of the Virginia Beach community. For each case, we advocate for our clients to achieve a favorable outcome, whether through mediation, litigation, or simply negotiating with the other party. To learn more or to schedule a consultation with a Virginia Beach family law attorney, give our law offices a call at 757-500-5510 or fill out our online contact form.

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The tax lawyers at Poole, Brooke, Plumlee, PC have experience handling many different types of family law matters, including, but not limited to, those listed below. If your case does not fit into the categories below, please contact us to see how we can help.

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Jordan Fanney is the lead attorney in Poole Brooke Plumlee’s Domestic Relations Department.  He represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, drafting premarital agreements and separation agreements, child custody, visitation, child support and spousal support matters, foster care matters, termination of parental rights, domestic violence, civil protective orders, contempt cases and cases to enforce prior domestic relations orders, name changes, and adoptions.  He also represents clients in guardianship and conservatorship matters.