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Showing 6 family law attorneys in Chester, VA
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Chesterfield Bankruptcy Law
3601 W Hundred Rd UNIT 2, Chester, VA 23831
(804) 706-1355
chesterfieldbankruptcy.com
Clinton Davis Law
3601 W Hundred Rd UNIT 2, Chester, VA 23831
(804) 332-4041
clintondavislaw.com
The Eliades Law Firm
14000 N Enon Church Rd, Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-1941
Rudy Coyner, Attorneys at Law
13271 Rivers Bend Blvd, Chester, VA 23836
(804) 748-3600 ext. 2
rudycoyner.com
Purely Law, P.L.C.
3700 Festival Park Plaza suite 3e, Chester, VA 23831
(804) 987-9890
purelylaw.net
Melvin Yeamans PLLC
561 E Hundred Rd, Chester, VA 23836
(804) 530-0788
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Chester Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Virginia typically range from 250 to 500 dollars per hour. A simple uncontested divorce may cost 1,500 to 3,000 dollars total. Contested cases involving custody or property division can cost 5,000 to 20,000 dollars or more. Many attorneys charge a flat fee for simple cases and an hourly rate for complex matters. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the residency requirement for divorce in Virginia?
At least one spouse must have lived in Virginia for six months before filing. The divorce is filed in the county where the parties last lived together or where the defendant resides.
How is child custody decided in Chester Virginia?
Virginia courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child. Factors include each parents ability to care for the child the childs age and any history of abuse. The court may order joint or sole custody.
What are the grounds for divorce in Virginia?
Virginia allows no-fault divorce after living separate and apart for one year or six months if there is a separation agreement. Fault grounds include adultery cruelty and desertion.