Both spouses agree
The divorce itself is not disputed.
A simpler path for mutual Virginia divorces
If you both agree, divorce
may be simpler than you think.
Answer a few questions to see whether this path could work for you. A Virginia lawyer confirms the legal details.
One question at a time · About two minutes · No obligation
The major issues are settled
There may be less for lawyers to negotiate.
A lawyer reviews the details
A Virginia lawyer makes the final determination after reviewing your situation.
What may need to be settled
The more that’s already resolved, the less there may be to negotiate.
Agreeing that the marriage should end is important. A divorce can also involve decisions about money, property, support, children, and other practical terms.
Property and debt
Homes, vehicles, bank accounts, loans, credit cards, retirement assets, or business interests.
Spousal support
Whether either spouse will pay support, how much, and for how long.
Children, when applicable
Custody, parenting time, child support, and other parenting arrangements.
Practical cooperation
Whether both spouses can exchange information, review and sign documents, and stay in contact during the process.
Not every topic applies to every marriage. The questionnaire asks only for the basic facts needed for an initial review.
What to expect
A straightforward first step.
The questionnaire gathers the basic facts a lawyer would need to understand where things stand. You remain in control of whether your information is submitted for review.
Answer 6 applicable questions
Start with the basic facts about your situation. Choose “I’m not sure” whenever you do not know an answer.
Review the general result
We’ll explain whether your answers resemble the type of mutual, relatively uncomplicated case this service is intended for.
Choose whether to speak with a lawyer
You decide whether to provide your contact information and submit your answers for lawyer review.
Completing the questionnaire does not create an attorney-client relationship. A lawyer must review the details before determining whether they can assist.
What can add complexity
Divorce can involve more than ending the marriage.
A Virginia divorce may also address property and debt, spousal support, custody, visitation, and child support. When these questions are still disputed, there is usually more to resolve.
Read Virginia Courts’ divorce overviewWhat can make it more straightforward
Agreement can leave less to negotiate.
When both spouses want the divorce and have already resolved the major practical issues, the legal work may be narrower.
- Both spouses want the divorce
- Major property and debt issues are settled
- Support or parenting issues are settled, when applicable
- Both spouses can cooperate with the process
These facts do not by themselves determine whether a case is uncontested or ready to file. A lawyer must review the individual circumstances.
What “more straightforward” means
Less conflict does not mean no legal process.
Fewer disputed decisions
When the major issues are already resolved, there may be less left for lawyers or the court to address.
Legal requirements still apply
Virginia’s residence, separation, and documentation requirements still depend on the circumstances.
The court still finalizes the divorce
Agreement can reduce conflict, but the marriage is not legally ended until the appropriate court enters the divorce decree.
A more straightforward divorce still has legal steps. It may simply involve fewer disputed issues to resolve.
Not sure whether something is fully settled?
Choose “I’m not sure” rather than guessing. Uncertainty does not mean the divorce is contested; it simply means more context may be needed.
Learn about the process
Understand the details of an uncontested divorce in Virginia.
Explore plain-language guides to the issues that can affect an uncontested divorce in Virginia—from residency and separation to property, children, agreements, and filing.
What “uncontested” means
Learn what the term generally means and which decisions spouses may need to resolve as the divorce moves forward.
Understand uncontested divorceVirginia residency
Review the residency facts that can affect whether a divorce may be filed in Virginia and where the case may be handled.
Review residency rulesTime living separately
Learn how Virginia’s separation period can vary based on whether spouses have minor children and a signed agreement.
Learn about separation periodsProperty, debt, and support
Review the financial subjects spouses may need to address, including homes, accounts, loans, retirement, and support.
Explore financial issuesChildren and parenting issues
Understand the additional subjects parents may need to address, including custody, parenting time, and child support.
Review parenting issuesAgreements and court filing
Learn what a written agreement may address and how it relates to the broader filing and court process.
Review agreements and filingThese guides provide general information about Virginia divorce and are not legal advice.
Common questions before you begin.
Is Easy Divorce Virginia a law firm?
No. Easy Divorce Virginia is an advertising and factual intake service. It does not provide legal advice or decide whether someone qualifies for a particular legal service.
What does my result mean?
Your result reflects only the answers you selected. It does not determine whether your divorce is uncontested, whether you can file now, or what legal services you need. A Virginia lawyer can review your circumstances, and each firm decides which matters it accepts.
What if I don’t know an answer?
Choose “I’m not sure” rather than guessing. If you submit a request, a participating Virginia law firm may contact you by phone for more information.
Who receives my information?
After you press Submit, Easy Divorce Virginia sends your name, phone number, questionnaire answers, and questionnaire result to a participating Virginia law firm. The firm may use that information to review your request and decide whether to contact you. Easy Divorce Virginia may be paid by the firm for the inquiry.
What happens after I submit?
The participating firm may call you about your request. Submitting does not create a lawyer-client relationship or mean the firm has accepted your matter.
Is there any obligation to continue?
No. You can leave at any time, and submitting does not require you to hire a lawyer. The participating firm is not required to accept or represent you.
Virginia no-fault timing
The separation period depends on the circumstances.
6 of 12 months separated
Six months may apply
This may apply when the spouses have a signed separation agreement and do not have minor children together. A lawyer must confirm whether the six-month rule applies.
A full year separated
One year generally applies
Virginia’s no-fault separation period is generally one year when the six-month path does not apply.
6+ months living in Virginia
Virginia residence
At least one spouse generally must have been a Virginia resident and domiciliary for more than six months immediately before filing.
This is general information, not a determination of which requirements apply to a particular situation.
Independent information
Prefer to review the official information yourself?
Virginia’s Judicial System provides public information about divorce, courts, and other legal resources.
Read Virginia Courts’ divorce guidance