Virginia is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally.

Virginia allows both no-fault and fault-based divorce grounds. There is a mandatory 180-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

The average attorney rate in Virginia is $290 per hour. An uncontested divorce typically costs $1,800 to $5,000, while a contested divorce can range from $12,000 to $40,000.