The family courts in Virginia handle divorce cases. Ending a marriage can be challenging. Divorce matters are often complicated and emotional. Therefore, it helps to have a trusted divorce attorney at your side from the beginning of your case.
Our Ardmore divorce lawyers have over 40 years of combined experience representing clients in Northern Virginia. Through compassionate, trusted legal guidance and support, we help families build brighter futures and better lives. Our attorneys have top ratings with Justia, Expertise, and Avvo.
At the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC, we help you confidently navigate the Virginia divorce process. We work with you to obtain a divorce settlement that gives you the best foundation as you move forward with your life.
Call the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC at (703) 271-6519 to schedule a confidential consultation with an Ardmore divorce lawyer, or visit our firm today.
How the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC Helps You With Your Divorce in Fairfax, VA
At the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC, our lawyers focus their entire practice on family law matters. We are dedicated to helping you protect your best interests in all matters related to your divorce. Our attorneys are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you and your children.
Our Ardmore divorce attorneys handle all types of divorces, including contested, uncontested, gray, LGBT, and high-net-worth divorces. We have extensive experience handling military and federal employee divorces. Our attorneys focus on obtaining divorce terms that protect you and your children’s well-being and future.
When you hire our experienced divorce lawyers in Fairfax, you can trust we will:
- Listen intently to you as you explain your situation so we can understand what you need and want from a divorce settlement
- Explain your legal rights and how Virginia divorce laws impact your situation
- Assist you in prioritizing the terms you desire for your divorce
- Use mediation and negotiation to resolve your divorce in an efficient, timely, and cost-effective manner
- Help you protect your parental rights and your children’s best interests
- Work to obtain a property settlement agreement that gives you the resources you need
- Provide practical legal counsel throughout your case to help you make decisions that are in your best interest
Our attorneys have received national recognition for their legal services. We have received awards and recognition from numerous legal organizations, including the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
We are here when you need us. Our clients have 24/7 access to case information through a secure client portal. Our commitment to our clients is unparalleled.
Call the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC, to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our Ardmore family law attorneys.
The History of Ardmore in Fairfax, Virginia
The original Ardmore subdivision was developed by Jesse Johnson, Inc. beginning in 1954. Builder/developer Jesse Johnson was a native of Arlington County, VA. The three-bedroom homes in the Ardmore subdivision were advertised to have nine different house designs. The two-story buildings were twin dwellings providing multi-family housing.
Today, the Ardmore neighborhood in Fairfax, VA, is a mixture of different types of residential homes. Homes in Ardmore include medium-sized single-family homes and townhouses. Many of the homes are older, being built between 1940 and 1969. A little over a quarter of the homes are described as row houses.
Things of interest near the Ardmore neighborhood include:
- Fairfax Museum
- Royal Lake Park
- Daniels Run Park
- Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House and Pozer Garden
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Ardmore is a well-established neighborhood in Fairfax that continues attracting individuals and families searching for the best neighborhoods in Fairfax, VA. The area is well-maintained, with beautiful lawns and gardens.
How to get to the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC from Ardamore
Driving Directions
- Head south toward Judicial Dr.
- Turn left onto Judicial Dr.
- Turn right to stay on Judicial Dr.
- Turn left onto Main St.
- Turn left at Oak St.
- At the end of the buildings, turn right
Our office is on the right at 10805 Main St STE 700A, Fairfax, VA 22030.
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Our Family and Divorce Law Firm’s Primary Practice Areas
Our Ardmore divorce lawyers have experience in all areas of divorce law. Legal issues we help you resolve related to your divorce include, but are not limited to:
Divorce
Divorce is the legal process to end a marriage. Even when spouses agree to end the marriage, the divorce process can be complicated and emotionally draining. Our Ardmore divorce lawyers provide legal advice and support to help you through the legal issues involved in a divorce. We advocate for your best interests to help you secure a divorce settlement that gives you the best footing for a secure future.
Child Custody
Custody refers to a parent’s legal rights. Child custody can be one of the most contentious issues in a divorce case. Our Ardmore child custody lawyers work with you to ensure your children are protected now and in the future. We negotiate parenting plans and visitation schedules, protecting your parental rights and children’s well-being.
Child Support
Even though parents separate and divorce, they must continue supporting their children financially. Child support is government-mandated financial support paid from one parent to another. Our Ardmore child support lawyers work to ensure you are paying/receiving a fair amount of child support based on the Virginia child support guidelines and the facts of your case.
Judgment Modification
A divorce may be final, but some issues related to your divorce may change. A change in circumstances may require a judgment modification for alimony/spousal support, child custody, or child support. Our Ardmore judgment modification lawyers help you petition the court for changes and gather the evidence necessary to prove a substantial change in circumstances justifies modifying a court order.
Property Division
A couple must decide how to divide their marital assets when they divorce. Separate property is not subject to property division. If a couple cannot decide how to divide their property, a judge will do it for them based on what is fair and equitable. Our Ardmore property division lawyers work with you to resolve disputes and obtain a fair property division settlement.
How Do I Seek a Divorce in Ardmore, VA?
Virginia has residency requirements for a divorce. One spouse must be a Virginia resident for at least six months before a divorce is filed. The spouse filing for divorce is the plaintiff, and the other spouse is the defendant.
Virginia has several fault grounds for divorce, including:
- Adultery
- A spouse is convicted of a felony and sentenced to a year or more in jail/prison
- Desertion of abandonment
- Cruelty
- Sodomy outside of the marriage
If you file for divorce on fault grounds, there must be evidence proving your spouse committed the alleged wrongful acts. Virginia also has no-fault divorce grounds, but you must live separate and apart from your spouse for at least one consecutive year. If you do not have children with your spouse, you and your spouse can agree to shorten separation time to six months.
How Will My Property Be Divided in a Divorce in Virginia?
Virginia follows an equitable distribution model for property division. Marital assets are divided based on what is fair and equitable. However, “fair and equitable” does not always mean equal. A court can divide marital property unequally.
If you and your spouse disagree on how to divide your marital assets, a judge considers numerous factors to determine what is fair and equitable. Those factors include:
- The duration of the marriage
- Each spouse’s debts and liabilities
- Applicable tax consequences
- How the property was acquired and used
- Each spouse’s mental and physical health
- The degree to which a spouse contributed to acquiring assets, including contributions as a homemaker or other non-monetary contributions
- Whether a spouse is largely at fault for the breakup of the marriage
Judges may consider other factors when dividing marital assets. Our Ardmore divorce lawyers work with you to identify all property subject to division while protecting your separate assets from being divided with your spouse.
Who Will Get Custody of Our Children After the Divorce?
A child is presumed to benefit from a continuous, close relationship with both parents. Therefore, barring evidence to the contrary, courts prefer parents to share parental responsibilities. Parents are encouraged to develop a parenting plan that gives the child ample access to both parents.
Courts decide child custody based on what is in the best interest of the child. Even when parents propose a custody agreement, a judge reviews the agreement to ensure it is in the child’s best interest.
The Virginia Code provides factors for judges to consider when evaluating a child’s best interest. However, judges may consider all factors they believe are relevant to protecting the child’s best interests. Our legal team diligently works to protect your children’s best interests while negotiating a parenting plan that meets the family’s needs.
Schedule a Confidential Consultation With an Ardmore Divorce Lawyer
If you are considering a divorce in Virginia, working with an experienced divorce attorney who puts your needs first is in your best interest. At the Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC, our legal team provides exceptional client service and seasoned legal representation. Call us today at (703) 271-6519 to schedule a consultation with an Ardmore divorce attorney.
