Divorce and Family Law

Experienced representation in all family law matters

The law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. handles all matters of family law by offering our clients the most professional, economical and efficient legal services available since 1986.  We advise and represent our clients in all aspects of family law, including—

Divorce and separation

If you are considering getting a divorce in Virginia, you should speak to an experienced family law attorney.  This is the time to speak to a Hampton divorce attorney and call the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C.  Our lawyers will review your marital issues with you and guide you regarding the possible resolutions of your case depending on your specific circumstances.  With the skilled team of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. by your side, you can be sure that every option has been explored to your best advantage.

There are two divorce options in Virginia: fault and no-fault.  A fault divorce may involve adultery, sodomy or buggery committed outside the marriage, mental and/or physical cruelty, desertion or conviction of a felony resulting in confinement in excess of one year.  A no-fault divorce may occur if the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of one year, or if the parties have no children and have executed a separation agreement, they may obtain a no-fault divorce after six months of separation.  In both fault and no-fault divorces, the petitioner must be a resident of Virginia for at least six months, and the parties may address the issues of division of property acquired during marriage, child and spousal support and child custody and visitation.  If you choose the no-fault divorce option, we draft, negotiate and execute the separation agreement on your behalf.

Prenuptial agreements

Many couples intending to marry wish to establish how their property will be divided or if spousal support will be awarded, and if so, to whom and how much, in the event of a divorce.  The skilled lawyers of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. draft, negotiate and execute the prenuptial agreement to suit your needs and circumstances.

Custody, visitation and support

The law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. helps our clients establish temporary and permanent orders for custody, visitation and child and/or spousal support in both the Circuit Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.  We can also assist in modifying these orders where a material change in circumstances has occurred after the entry of the court order.

Adoptions

The attorneys of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. can assist you with all types of adoptions, including—

Name changes

At the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C., our attorneys can assist with obtaining name changes for adults and minors.  The petition for name change is filed in the Circuit Court of the locality in which the party petitioning for the name change resides.

Contact us for a consultation

To discuss your divorce or family law matter with a Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. lawyer, contact us online or call one of our three convenient offices—