Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Divorce
How long does it take for a couple to be able to file for a divorce in the state of VA? How long do I have to wait to get papers signed and the divorce finalized? Do you have to wait a certain amount of time before you can have the divorce is complete?
Asked on 12/16/07, 12:22 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Divorce
Six to twelve months of continuous separation with no cohabitaion, and, depending upon whether there are children or financial/property issues and a property settlement agreement between the spouses filed with the court.
Answered on 12/17/07, 8:03 am