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Family Law Attorneys · Lyon Village, Virginia
When the estate is large, the divorce is really about getting the numbers right.
Lyon Village is one of Arlington's most established neighborhoods, and many divorces here involve a business, several properties, and complex finances. The work is finding, valuing, and fairly dividing all of it. We help Lyon Village families do that with care, with the case heard at the Arlington County Justice Center. Reach us when you are ready.
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You Are Not Alone
Behind Lyon Village's quiet streets are couples untangling businesses, investments, and a lifetime of assets. None of them do it alone, and neither will you.
Fair
a high-value estate is still divided by what is fair
Va. Code § 20-107.3
Trace
separate property has to be proven, dollar by dollar
Marital vs. separate
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 Lyon Village families.
When the marital estate includes a business, multiple properties, and complex accounts, every step depends on getting the financial picture complete and accurate. Here is the work we take on.
Looking for a family law attorney near Lyon Village? NOVA Legal Professionals helps Lyon Village families with high-asset divorce, business and property valuation, complex asset 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 of a complex estate.
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Contested Divorce
When a high-value case cannot settle, an Arlington judge decides. We build it on a complete financial record and present it with the rigor it needs.
When You Cannot Agree 02Equitable Distribution
Virginia divides the marital estate by what is fair. With a business and several assets in play, we work every factor so the division is both fair and final.
Fair, Not Equal 03Asset Division
Businesses, real estate, investment and retirement accounts, we identify and value every marital asset, and trace what is separate, so nothing is missed or misstated.
The Marital Estate 04Separation Agreements
A precise separation agreement settles a complex estate in one document. We draft yours so the business, the properties, and the accounts are all accounted for.
First Protection 05Child Support
In higher income cases, child support can rise above the guideline chart. We make sure the income picture is right and the figure is fair.
Guideline & Beyond 06Custody & Parenting
A parenting plan should fit your family's real week. We shape legal and physical custody around school, activities, and your children's routine.
Parenting Time 07Spousal Support
With significant income, spousal support deserves close attention. We work the thirteen factors so the amount and the term reflect the real standard of living.
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 Lyon Village case is heard.
Lyon Village sits in north Arlington, near 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 division of a business and a complex estate.
DecidesEquitable distribution, plus support and custody when part of the divorce.
Where1425 North Courthouse Road, in the Courthouse neighborhood, the 17th Judicial Circuit.
NoteComplex valuations are often supported by expert testimony.
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 Lyon Village clients about the numbers.
In a high-asset divorce, the fight is rarely about fairness in the abstract. It is about whether every asset is found, valued, and classified correctly.
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A complete financial picture comes first
You cannot divide what you cannot see. In a complex estate, we use full disclosure and, where needed, financial discovery to make sure every account, interest, and property is on the table.
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Valuation is its own battle
A business or a closely held interest is only worth what the evidence shows. The right valuation approach, supported by a credible expert, often matters more than any argument about the split.
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Separate property must be traced
Money or property you brought in or inherited can stay separate, but only if you can trace it. When separate and marital funds mix, careful records decide what stays yours.
Why Families Trust Us
Help with a complex estate.
When a business and significant assets are in play, you want counsel who builds a complete financial record and divides it with precision.
Experience
50+
Years Combined
Years of handling high-asset divorces for Arlington families.
Expertise
100%
Family Law Focus
Family law is the whole practice, complex property division 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 Lyon Village families and others across Northern Virginia.
Recognition
Recognition at the high end.
We have helped Lyon Village families divide businesses, properties, and complex accounts with the financial picture complete, so the result was fair and held up under scrutiny.
Our commitment to Lyon Village
From Our Clients
Lyon Village families in their own words.
Read what Lyon Village clients have shared about a high-asset divorce with our attorneys.
Questions People Actually Ask
Plain answers, about a high-asset divorce.
These are the questions Lyon Village families ask first. If yours is not here, just ask.
Have a question about a high-asset divorce?Call 571.260.0999 or send us a message.
What makes a divorce high-asset?
Usually a business, multiple properties, executive compensation, or significant investments. The core challenge is finding, valuing, and classifying everything correctly, which takes more disclosure and often expert valuation than a simpler estate.
How is a business divided?
The marital portion of a business is valued, then divided through equitable distribution, often by offsetting it against other assets rather than splitting the company. A credible valuation is the foundation of a fair result.
What if I think assets are hidden?
Virginia divorce requires full financial disclosure, and we can use formal discovery, subpoenas, and forensic help to surface accounts or income that were not disclosed. Hiding assets can carry real consequences for the spouse who does it.
Can I protect separate property?
Yes, if you can trace it. Property you owned before the marriage or received by gift or inheritance can stay separate, but mixing it with marital funds can blur the line. Good records are what protect it.
Where is a Lyon Village divorce filed?
In the Arlington County Circuit Court at the Justice Center, 1425 North Courthouse Road, the 17th Judicial Circuit. Custody or support on their own start at the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in the same building.
Before You Decide
Reading before you begin.
Plain English guides Lyon Village families reach for most as they get started.
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How Do I Get a Divorce in Virginia?
The plain English overview of grounds, timelines, and the steps to a final decree.
Virginia GuideBWho Pays the Bills?
How couples handle the mortgage, the cards, and everyday costs during a separation.
SeparationCWhat to Expect in an Uncontested Divorce
The requirements, the timeline, and what makes a Virginia divorce uncontested.
Virginia GuideWhen You Are Ready
When you are ready, let's get the numbers right.
Tell us about the business, the properties, and the accounts, and we will help you divide a complex estate fairly in Lyon Village.