Divorce & Separation
Richmond Divorce Lawyer: Compassionate representation from Start to Finish
A Tradition of Experience and Devotion focusing on Family Law issues
A Virginia divorce will be decided according to due diligence and good faith negotiations on the part of an attorney with a comprehensive understanding of Virginia law and the interpersonal skills necessary to identify and achieve your legal goals. At Barnes & Diehl, P.C., we maintain two Richmond, VA offices to help clients secure timely and cost-effective resolution to issues and disputes that arise when a married couple chooses to live apart and begin separate lives:
- Divorce - Contested / Uncontested: even when a divorce is uncontested by both parties, you will still need a skilled legal advocate to properly draft, review and file all necessary paperwork to ensure that your rights are protected and that your agreements are legally sound.
- Child Custody & Support
- Adoption Issues: including step-parent adoption.
- Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts: an estate plan after a divorce is a necessity to account for changing life circumstances and to clearly state your wishes related to assets and the care of minor children.
- Criminal Defense: Defense of charges related to accusations of domestic violence, child molestation or sexual assault, including false or retaliatory accusations intended to influence a divorce case.
- Alimony / Spousal Support
- "Equitable Distribution" - Asset Protection / Property Division
- Debt Allocation
- Effects on a Business / Tax Issues
- Distribution of retirement plans / pensions (401k / IRA)
Alternative Issues Resolution
The Virginia divorce attorneys at the Richmond offices of Barnes & Diehl, P.C. are experienced trial attorneys capable of aggressively representing our client's interests at all levels of the state and federal courts. We are, however, strong advocates for mediation and other non-court solutions where appropriate. In many cases, thoughtful negotiation can save you time, money and allow more flexible agreements than might be mandated by the courts.
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Since 1978, Barnes & Diehl, P.C. has helped families in Richmond and throughout Virginia struggling through a divorce to avoid issues and find closure. If you are considering a divorce or have been served with divorce papers, CONTACT a divorce attorney from one of our two offices in Richmond or Chesterfield today for a comprehensive review of your rights and responsibilities.
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