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Family Law Attorneys · Clarendon, Virginia
Sometimes the kindest divorce is the quiet, uncontested one.
Not every Clarendon split is a fight. Plenty of couples, often without children, simply want to divide a shared condo and a few accounts and move on with dignity. Virginia has a faster path for exactly that. We help Clarendon couples take it, with the case heard at the Arlington County Justice Center. Reach us when you are ready.
A first call is calm, and it is free.
You Are Not Alone
Around Clarendon, many couples are ending things on decent terms and just want it done right. None of them do it alone, and neither will you.
6 mo.
the no-fault wait with no minor children and a signed agreement
Va. Code § 20-91
Agreement
a signed settlement is what makes a divorce uncontested
Separation agreement
17th
Judicial Circuit, where Arlington cases are decided
Arlington County Circuit Court
50+
years of combined family law practice
Three Northern Virginia offices
What We Handle
Family law help for Clarendon couples.
When both of you agree on the terms, the work is getting the agreement right and moving it through the court cleanly. Here is what we take on.
Looking for a family law attorney near Clarendon? NOVA Legal Professionals helps Clarendon couples with uncontested divorce, separation agreements, property division, and support, with cases at the Arlington County Justice Center. Talk with an attorney at 571.260.0999.
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The matter you have settled.
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Contested Divorce
If agreement breaks down, an Arlington judge decides. We are ready to litigate, but the first goal is keeping your case out of a contested fight.
When You Cannot Agree 02Equitable Distribution
Virginia divides marital property by what is fair, not a flat half. We make sure your agreed split of the condo and accounts reflects the marriage.
Fair, Not Equal 03Asset Division
A condo, the accounts, and the retirement, we identify and value every marital asset so the agreement divides all of it, with nothing left out.
The Marital Estate 04Separation Agreements
The separation agreement is the heart of an uncontested divorce. We draft a complete one so support, property, and any loose ends are settled in one place.
First Protection 05Child Support
If you have children, child support follows the state guideline. We make sure the inputs are right so the agreed number holds up with the court.
Guideline & Beyond 06Custody & Parenting
A parenting plan should fit your real week. Even in an amicable split, we put the schedule and the holidays in writing so nothing is left to assume.
Parenting Time 07Spousal Support
Spousal support steadies a household while it resets. Whether you would pay or receive it, we set a fair amount and term into the agreement.
Maintenance 08Military Divorce
Arlington sits beside the Pentagon and a deep federal bench. We divide military and federal retirement, survivor benefits included, by their own rules.
Service MembersWhere Your Case Is Heard
Where a Clarendon case is heard.
Clarendon sits at the heart of Arlington, minutes from the courthouse. A divorce is filed in the Arlington County Circuit Court; custody and support on their own go to the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, both inside the Arlington County Justice Center at 1425 North Courthouse Road.
Circuit Court
Arlington County Circuit Court
17th Judicial Circuit
HearsThe divorce, and the property terms set out in your agreement.
DecidesEquitable distribution, plus support and custody when part of the divorce.
Where1425 North Courthouse Road, in the Courthouse neighborhood, the 17th Judicial Circuit.
NoteAn uncontested case is largely paperwork once the agreement is signed.
J&DR Court
Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Family matters outside a divorce
HearsCustody, visitation, child support, and protective orders on their own.
StartMost cases open at the intake desk before a hearing is set.
WhereThe same Justice Center on North Courthouse Road, Suite 4100.
NoteYou file where you and your spouse last lived together, which for Arlington couples is Arlington.
Alisa Chunephisal, Esq.Family Law Attorney
Attorney Insights
What I tell Clarendon couples about an easy divorce.
An uncontested divorce is not a shortcut. It is a complete agreement that happens to keep you both out of a courtroom.
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Uncontested means agreed, not rushed
A divorce is uncontested when you both sign off on property, support, and any parenting terms. That takes a careful agreement, not a quick form. The care up front is what keeps it from unraveling later.
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The six-month path needs two things
To use the shorter no-fault wait, you need no minor children and a signed separation agreement. Meet both and the divorce can move quickly once the period is up.
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Amicable still deserves real review
Even a friendly split should not be signed blind. We make sure the agreement is fair and complete, so the goodwill you have now is not undone by a term you did not understand.
Why Families Trust Us
Help making it clean and final.
When you both want this done with dignity, you want counsel who keeps it that way and gets the paperwork right.
Experience
50+
Years Combined
Years of guiding Arlington couples through uncontested divorce.
Expertise
100%
Family Law Focus
Family law is the whole practice, settlement agreements included.
Authority
AV
Preeminent Rated
Peer rated AV Preeminent, listed in Super Lawyers, and rated 10.0 on Avvo.
Trust
5★
Verified Reviews
Verified five star reviews from Clarendon couples and others across Northern Virginia.
Recognition
Recognition that puts you at ease.
We have helped Clarendon couples end their marriages on good terms, with a complete agreement and a clean finish, so both could move forward without lingering disputes.
Our commitment to Clarendon
From Our Clients
Clarendon couples in their own words.
Read what Clarendon clients have shared about an uncontested divorce with our attorneys.
Questions People Actually Ask
Plain answers, about an uncontested divorce.
These are the questions Clarendon couples ask first. If yours is not here, just ask.
Have a question about an uncontested divorce?Call 571.260.0999 or send us a message.
What makes a divorce uncontested?
You both agree on everything. A signed separation agreement settling property, support, and any parenting terms is what makes a divorce uncontested. With that in place, the court can finalize it without a contested hearing.
How fast can an uncontested divorce be?
With no minor children and a signed agreement, the no-fault wait is six months. After that, an uncontested case can often be finalized in a matter of weeks, sometimes on affidavits without a court appearance.
Do we each need our own lawyer?
One lawyer can draft the agreement but represent only one of you. The other should have the chance to review it independently. We are clear about who we represent and make sure the agreement is fair and fully understood.
Can it stay uncontested with kids?
Yes, if you agree on custody, support, and parenting time. With minor children the no-fault wait is one year rather than six months, but the case can still proceed as uncontested once the terms are settled.
Where is a Clarendon divorce filed?
In the Arlington County Circuit Court at the Justice Center, 1425 North Courthouse Road, the 17th Judicial Circuit. An uncontested case is largely paperwork once the agreement is signed and the wait is met.
Before You Decide
Reading before you sign.
Plain English guides Clarendon couples reach for most.
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What to Expect in an Uncontested Divorce
The requirements, the timeline, and what makes a Virginia divorce uncontested.
Virginia GuideBHow Do I Get a Divorce in Virginia?
The plain English overview of grounds, timelines, and the steps to a final decree.
Virginia GuideCWho Pays the Bills?
How couples handle the mortgage, the cards, and everyday costs during a separation.
SeparationWhen You Are Ready
When you are ready, let's keep it simple.
Tell us what you have agreed and what is still open, and we will help you finish your Clarendon divorce cleanly.