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Divorce is one of the most disruptive and emotional life events, requiring careful decision-making.
When you are desperate and confused, we are here to help you find the answers you need. We understand how essential it is to have strong representation and expert guidance you can trust. The last thing you want is to feel like your needs aren’t being addressed during your divorce. Practicing law since 1996, Chris Macturk opened Evolution Divorce in 2017 to help people carefully navigate the process and pricing of divorce. Our goal is to help you safely maneuver the chaos of divorce so you can evolve into a more stable stage of your life.
Chris Macturk - FOUNDING ATTORNEY
An accomplished Richmond divorce and family lawyer, Chris Macturk wanted to change how he priced his services in a way that offered a closer, transparent, and unfettered working relationship with his clients. Often hearing complaints about the uncertainties and anxieties presented by hourly billing, he decided to change his business model and open a firm offering Pre-Agreed Pricing. Evolution was born. Chris has guided hundreds of individuals through separations, divorces and disputes over children and support. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), Chris is also past President of both the Henrico County Bar Association and the Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association. He is an active member of the Virginia Bar Association, having served as the Chair of its Domestic Relations Section (2021-2022) and the City of Richmond Bar Association, having served as the chairperson of its Pro Bono Committee and a member of the Judicial Committee and the Administration of Justice Committee.
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Acquired: 1996
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1500 Forest Avenue, Suite 117, Richmond, VA, 23229
17 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Steven | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Competent Lawyer and Staff
I was worried my divorce would be a difficult process. My ex had access to all our legal documents, and I didn’t. Evolution took care of all the details, went to the courthouse, and got the paperwork I needed. They were thorough and advised me on the right path to navigating a sometimes frustrating c...
Posted by Caroline | February 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
HORRIBLE and way to expensive
I made the horrific mistake of hiring Chris as my lawyer in 2008. Chris appeared to be on my side and made me think that I had nothing to worry about when going to court versus my now x husband over custody of my then 2 1/2 year old. He wound up costing me close to $7k and the result of the prelim...
Posted by Robin | May 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent lawyer & superb advocate
During my divorce I was represented by a named partner at a well known firm. I felt that my attorney wasn't working in my best interest so I interviewed several firms and chose Chris Macturk. That was the best legal decision I have ever made. Chris Macturk represented me in multiple post divorce iss...
Posted by Jason | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Competant and Reasonable
Mr. Macturk handled my case with reasonable outcomes and results in mind. He allowed me to fully explain my situation and focused our efforts on achievable outcomes, and did not waste time or belabor small points. I view Mr Macturk as highly qualified, experienced and results oriented. Highly reco...
Posted by Peter | December 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
If I had to do it over again...
I would definitely retain Chris. In every step of my divorce he provided me with excellent advice and direction. I truly felt that we were a partnership during my divorce. He listened to what I had to say and would advise me of the correct course of action as well as pointing out what the consequence...
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Macturk is a gentleman, strong negotiator, and top-notch litigator. I have known him for over 15 years and I highly recommend him."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2000 - Present
Attorney / Shareholder, Barnes & Diehl, PC
1996 - 2000
Sole Practioner, Christopher H. Macturk Attorney at Law
2015 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2014 - Present
The Bar Association of the City of RichmondMember
2014 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2012 - 2013
Metro Richmond Family Law Bar AssociationPast President
2008 - 2009
Henrico County Bar AssociationPast President
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Presenter -- “Hot Topics in Family Law – Virginia Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA): Problems and (few) solutions in equitable distribution"
2015
Speaker -- Legislative and Case Law Update
2015
Hot Topics in Family Law – "Same-Sex Marriage in Virginia: Implications for Same-Sex Divorce"
2014
"Best Practices of Court Procedure" and "Thorny Custody Issues"
2007
"Ethical Considerations in Divorce Cases" and "Strategies in Equitable Distribution Settlements"
2006
“Grandparents’ Visitation Rights”
2006
Moderator
2016
2014
1995