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Family Law Exhibits for Virginia Courts

Virginia family law cases are governed by Va. Code Title 20 and the Virginia Rules of Court. Virginia uses equitable distribution and has specific rules for fault-based divorces. This guide covers exhibit preparation for divorce, custody, support, and other family matters in Virginia.

VACESPer Va. Code and pretrial orderVa. Code 20-107.3, SCR 4:1
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Virginia Quick Reference

E-Filing SystemVACES ↗
File Size Limit10 MB
Exchange DeadlinePer Va. Code and pretrial order
Primary RuleVa. Code 20-107.3, SCR 4:1

Common Family Law Exhibits in Virginia

Statement of net worth
Income documentation (pay stubs, tax returns)
Property inventories with valuations
Retirement account statements
Parenting plan proposals
Custody evaluation reports
School and extracurricular records
Medical records for children
Household expense worksheets
Business interests documentation
Real property appraisals
Fault evidence (if applicable)

Virginia Family Law Tips

  • 1Virginia uses equitable distribution under Va. Code 20-107.3
  • 2Fault grounds still exist in Virginia - prepare evidence carefully
  • 3Fairfax County has very high family case volume in Northern Virginia
  • 4VACES has strict 10 MB limit - split large documents
  • 5Virginia uses P-1, P-2 for Plaintiff and D-1, D-2 for Defendant
  • 6Hybrid property (separate + marital) requires tracing documentation
  • 7One year separation required for no-fault divorce

Common Family Law Filing Mistakes in Virginia

Exceeding the strict 10 MB VACES file limit
Incomplete property tracing for hybrid assets
Missing fault evidence when pursuing fault divorce
Not organizing financial documents by category
Failing to document separate property sources
Incomplete income documentation for support calculations

Family Law Exhibits in Virginia: FAQ

How does equitable distribution work in Virginia?

Under Va. Code 20-107.3, courts consider marriage length, contributions, debts, and other factors. Prepare exhibits with property values, acquisition dates, and funding sources.

What is the file size limit for Virginia family court e-filing?

VACES has a strict 10 MB limit per file, lower than most states. Split large exhibits into clearly labeled parts to comply with this requirement.

Does Virginia still allow fault-based divorce?

Yes, Virginia allows fault grounds including adultery, cruelty, and desertion. Prepare exhibits documenting fault carefully, as this can affect property division and support.

What exhibit numbering does Virginia family court use?

Virginia typically uses P-1, P-2, P-3 for Plaintiff and D-1, D-2, D-3 for Defendant exhibits, with clear party identification.

What are Fairfax County's specific family court procedures?

Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court has specific scheduling procedures. Check the court's website and your assigned judge's practices for exhibit deadlines.

Related Resources

Family Law Exhibits

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