Summary
In Virginia, you or your spouse must be a resident for at least 6 months to file for divorce. Grounds include separation for 1 year or 6 months with a separation agreement and no minor children. If separated since 2006 and unaware of your spouses location, you can file for divorce on grounds of desertion using divorce by publication. Legal Aid in Virginia offers free or low-cost services to assist with this process.Full Conversation
Kelli
Hello Kelli, nice to meet you. How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Trying to find a way to get a divorce
Hello Kelli, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me which state you reside in? The divorce process can vary considerably from state to state.
Virginia
Hello Kelli, in Virginia:
- You or your spouse must be a resident for at least 6 months.
- Grounds for divorce include separation for 1 year, or 6 months with a separation agreement and no minor children.
- File a complaint in the Circuit Court of your county.
- You may need a lawyer for complex situations.
Been separate since *. No clue where he is
Hello Kelli, in Virginia, if you've been separated for over a year and you don't know your spouse's whereabouts, you can file for divorce on grounds of desertion. You can use a process called 'divorce by publication'. Please consult a lawyer for this.
Ok. Can legal aid help me?
Absolutely, Kelli. Legal Aid in Virginia can provide free or low-cost legal services. They can guide you through the divorce process and help with the 'divorce by publication'. It's advisable to contact them directly for further assistance.
Ok thank you. Happy Valentine day. Have a great day
You're welcome, Kelli. Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day as well. If you have more questions in the future, feel free to ask. Have a great day!
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