If spouses are unable to agree on the disposition of their property and debts in a divorce, either spouse can request equitable distribution...

In general, fraud is not relevant to divorce cases, although it may be in an annulment. Fraud is not a ground for sealing a divorce case. A...

Adultery is an important fault ground for divorce in Virginia, as it can bar the guilty party from receiving an award of permanent spousal...

Virginia civil procedure can be technical and complex. There are various responsive pleadings such as special appearances to contest jurisdiction,...

Every person has the right to represent themselves in legal proceedings in Virginia. A person who represents himself or herself without the...

Yes, a separation agreement may be ratified by a Virginia Circuit Court prior to the entry of a final order of divorce. Virginia Code Section...

The filing fee for recording a transfer on death deed in the local city or county circuit court land records should be approximately $31. ...

Spouses in Virginia can settle the consequences of their marriage with a comprehensive, signed, written separation agreement or property settlement...

A will only becomes effective upon the death of the testator. Wills are ambulatory documents, expressing the testator's intention at a particular...

Virginia's premarital agreement act, chapter 8 of Title 20 of the Code of Virginia, authorizes premarital agreements and marital agreements, the...