Divorce Lawyer In Arlington VA Explains Virginia Divorce Residency Requirements

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• – In Virginia, one spouse must have been a resident for at least one year prior to filing for divorce, and both spouses must have been residents for at least six months.
• – The court will consider the length of time each spouse has lived in the state as part of determining custody and division of assets.
• – If one spouse has been a resident of Virginia for less than six months, they may still be able to file for divorce, but it may be more complicated.