Afsana Chowdhury | November 30, 2025 | Divorce
In Virginia, divorces are either contested or uncontested, and the type you choose affects timing, cost, and stress. An uncontested divorce means you and your spouse resolve the major issues without a court fight. An uncontested divorce lawyer can explain your options and answer your questions in a confidential consultation.
If you qualify, an uncontested case can move faster and cost less. It can also give you more control over terms that affect your family and finances. An attorney can review your situation and confirm whether this path fits your goals.
Basics of Uncontested Divorces
An uncontested divorce is one in which you and your spouse agree on the basics of your divorce, or your spouse doesn’t respond to the divorce (default divorce).
Specifically, you agree on the following legal matters:
- Property division: You and your spouse agree on how to divide your marital property, which is generally any property that you acquired during the marriage. You also agree on how to divide your debts.
- Child custody: You and your spouse agree on which parent (or both) will have primary physical custody of your children. You also agree on how you will make important decisions regarding your child. You may have a written plan for how to co-parent effectively.
- Child support: You and your spouse could agree on how much child support one parent will pay the other, and even to deviate from the child support guidelines.
- Spousal support: You and your spouse may agree on whether spousal support should be paid and for what duration. Alternatively, you may agree that spousal support is not necessary.
When you hire an experienced lawyer to handle your uncontested divorce case, you ensure that you understand your legal rights and that a legal professional is advocating for them.
Differences Between Contested Divorces and Uncontested Divorces
Uncontested divorces differ from contested divorces in several ways, including the following:
- The spouses disagree on material aspects of their divorce, such as property division and child custody.
- The process of the divorce is different, more expensive, and longer.
- A judge will ultimately decide any legal issues that the spouses don’t agree on.
- There is more opportunity for conflict, including the need for modifications or enforcement orders after the case is “final.”
It’s crucial that you understand whether an uncontested divorce is possible so that you can benefit from it.
Benefits of Uncontested Divorces
In contrast to those going through a contested divorce, spouses getting an uncontested divorce can benefit from:
- Speed: The process of getting an uncontested divorce is much faster than that of a contested divorce. This is because the spouses don’t have to appear on the court’s congested docket for contested cases and undergo discovery.
- Cost savings: Spouses usually pay less in attorney fees than those in a contested divorce because the case takes less time and involves less conflict, which those spouses have to pay for.
- Greater control: The spouses can be an integral part of reaching a marital settlement agreement. This allows them to create terms that work specifically for their individual needs and families.
- Less conflict: Because the parties help to craft their own agreement, they are more likely to comply with its terms, saving post-judgment issues. Additionally, they avoid the conflict-driven litigation process that pits parties against each other.
An experienced divorce attorney can discuss these benefits with you when you call for a confidential consultation.
Contact Our Fairfax Divorce Lawyers at Chowdhury Divorce Law Group for Help Today
At Chowdhury Divorce Law Group, our Fairfax divorce attorneys help couples get divorced amicably and strongly support uncontested divorce when this is possible. You can benefit from this approach for years to come.
For more information, please contact an experienced uncontested divorce lawyer at Chowdhury Divorce Law Group to schedule an initial consultation today. Our law office is located in Fairfax, VA.
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About The Author
Afsana Chowdhury is the founder of Chowdhury Divorce Law Group, where she is dedicated to protecting the rights of injury victims across Virginia. A George Mason University School of Law graduate, Afsana is licensed to practice in Virginia and has devoted her legal career to personal injury law. She focuses on helping clients, guiding them through divorce, custody disputes, and other complex family matters. With years of experience and a deep commitment to protecting her clients’ rights, she personally handles each case to ensure strong, focused representation.
Location: Fairfax, VA
For more information, please contact an experienced uncontested divorce lawyer at Chowdhury Divorce Law Group to schedule an initial consultation today. Our law office is located in Fairfax, VA.
We proudly serve Fairfax, VA, and its surrounding areas
Chowdhury Divorce Law Group
10805 Main St STE 700A, Fairfax, VA 22030
