Marriage Annulment Lawyer Fauquier County — Is Your Marriage Void or Voidable?
An annulment legally declares a marriage void from its start. In Fauquier County, grounds for annulment are strict under Va. Code § 20-89.1, including bigamy, incest, or underage marriage without consent. A marriage annulment lawyer Fauquier County from Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. can assess if your situation meets these legal standards.
Last verified: April 2026 | Fauquier County Circuit Court | Virginia General Assembly
Virginia Annulment Law and Grounds
Virginia law distinguishes between void marriages (invalid from the beginning) and voidable marriages (valid until annulled by a court). A void marriage lawyer Fauquier County can explain that void marriages include those involving bigamy, incest, or a party under 16 without court approval. Voidable grounds, which require filing a marriage annulment petition, include fraud, duress, impotence, or mental incapacity at the time of the marriage. The specific statute governing annulments is Va. Code § 20-89.1. All petitions are filed with the Fauquier County Circuit Court.
- Consult with a marriage annulment lawyer Fauquier County to review your grounds and evidence.
- Your attorney will draft and file a formal Bill of Complaint for Annulment with the Circuit Court.
- The complaint must be legally served on your spouse, who has 21 days to file an answer.
- If contested, the case proceeds to discovery and potentially a trial where you must prove your grounds.
- If granted, the court enters a Final Decree of Annulment, legally dissolving the marriage as if it never existed.
Why Choose Our Fauquier County Annulment Attorneys
Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. brings over 120 years of combined legal experience to complex family law matters. Our deep understanding of Virginia statutes, including the equitable distribution law Mr. Sris personally helped amend, informs our strategic approach to annulment cases. We focus on clear, evidence-based arguments case-specific for Fauquier County’s judiciary.
Samantha Rae Powers, Associate Attorney at Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. — Licensed in VA, FL. Experienced family law and civil litigator. View Samantha Rae Powers’s Profile
Our firm has a documented record of 73 case results in Fauquier County across all practice areas. In family law, experienced counsel like Mr. Sris, who brings a founder’s perspective and multi-state practice knowledge, is critical for handling the nuanced differences between annulment and divorce.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Local Fauquier County Annulment Lawyer
Our Fairfax location serves clients with Fauquier County annulment cases. We are accessible via I-66, Route 29, and Route 17. We serve the communities of Warrenton, New Baltimore, Bealeton, Marshall, and The Plains.
Contact for Annulment Help:
Toll-Free: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (703) 636-5417
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Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C.
4008 Williamsburg Court, Fairfax, VA 22032
Fauquier County Marriage Annulment FAQs
What is the difference between an annulment and a divorce in Virginia?
An annulment declares the marriage legally invalid from the start (void ab initio), while a divorce dissolves a valid marriage. Annulment grounds are specific and limited under Virginia law, such as bigamy, incest, or fraud.
How long do I have to file for an annulment in Virginia?
It depends on the grounds. For fraud or duress, you generally must file within two years of discovering the fraud or being free from duress. For underage marriage, a petition must be filed before the underage party turns 18. A void marriage lawyer Fauquier County can advise on specific deadlines.
What happens to property and children after an annulment?
Virginia courts can issue orders for child custody, support, and the division of property acquired during the “marriage” under principles of equitable distribution, similar to divorce, even though the marriage is voided.
Can I get an annulment if my spouse lied about wanting children?
It depends. Fraud must go to the essence of the marriage contract. Misrepresentation about a fundamental matter like wanting children may be grounds, but you must prove the lie was material and you relied on it entering the marriage. A marriage annulment petition lawyer Fauquier County can evaluate your case.
Do both spouses have to agree to an annulment?
No. One spouse can file for an annulment even if the other objects. The filing spouse must prove the legal grounds to the court’s satisfaction, which may involve a contested hearing.
Related Legal Help in Fauquier County
If you are considering other family law options, our firm also provides representation for divorce in Fauquier County and criminal defense. For a broader view of our family law services, visit our Virginia family law hub. We also assist clients in neighboring areas like Fairfax County.