Divorce for Women of Virginia:
It's What We Do!
Are you feeling confused, sad, hurt or mad? Are you confronting or considering a separation or divorce in Virginia? If you are, get one of our free books "What Every Virginia Woman Should Know about Divorce" or "What Every Virginia Military Wife Needs To Know About Divorce." Next, join our Tidewater Divorce Seminars and register to attend one of our 5 monthly seminars, "What Every Woman Should know about Divorce."
Now with three law offices to serve you, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and our newest office, Chesapeake Virginia. Upcoming in Chespeake - our newest Seminar on Custody. Call for more information and ask for Katie.
"If I were going through a divorce in Virginia or considering getting divorced there, I'd absolutely, 100% read Charlie's book before hiring a lawyer or making any decisions at all. In fact, I think it's a must read for every person going through divorce in Virginia, not just women!" - Alexis Martin Neely, founder of the Family Wealth Planning Institute More
For immediate help , schedule a one hour confidential in- person appointment or a telephone consultation at either our
Virginia Beach or our
Newport News Office by calling 757-425-5200.
Remember, Do not sign any documents until you have spoken with an experienced attorney! NONE!
The idea that your marriage relationship is possibly coming to an end is gut wrenching. You have intense feelings of anger, frustration, depression, disappointment, and fear about what the future holds. It is normal for you to be in turmoil when your finances are unclear and your children's future unsure.
SAVE YOUR MARRIAGE, SEPARATE, OR END IT?
As a woman considering or confronting a Virginia separation or divorce, your concerns can be exacerbated by the rigorous demands of the legal system, specifically the process of separation and/or divorce. You may be getting conflicting advice from friends and family about what to do. Whether to save the marriage, or to end it. All of your family and friends want to help you, but few of them really know what to do "legally" to protect you, your children, your finances and your future.
You should be advised of the protections available to you whether your final outcome is reconciliation, separation or divorce.
We understand that your dealing with your husband about a possible separation or divorce is a terribly devastating experience. One aspect of this experience where we can help you is by providing you confidential options and alternatives and explaining how they will legally affect you. There are special agreements you can employ to try and save your marriage in addition to the 4 different ways you can become separated and/or divorced.
WHETHER YOU RECONCILE OR SEPARATE, GET SOLID LEGAL ADVICE.
Whether you need someone to help negotiate possible reconciliation or whether you need someone to negotiate a separation agreement that includes spousal support, custody, child support and property division, you have peer recognized professionals who are prepared to handle any family law matter. If the distribution of your marital assets requires outside-of-the-box thinking, then your Hofheimer/Ferrebee attorneys are who you can rely on.
The eight Virginia divorce attorneys of Hofheimer/Ferrebee have dedicated their legal practice to exclusively representing Virginia women going through divorce. Over the years we have successfully handled Virginia divorce cases for thousands of women, giving them the knowledge and legal services they needed to begin a new, fulfilling life not only for themselves but also for their children.
"Hello Ladies!
Kristen and Diane you are angels. I am divorced! I can't get over this feeling that has washed over me. I feel like a big weight has been lifted. I am free! Thank you for stepping in the way you did and for caring. I trust you and you don't know how much that means to me. I don't come to trust in people easily these days. Thank you, thank you, thank you! God bless you!"
- Angela, Richmond, Virginia More
Why We Only Represent Women in Virginia Divorce Proceedings
In 1992,
Charlie Hofheimer was concerned with the contradictions and conflicts that arose when attorneys represented a Father/Husband in one case and a Mother/Wife in the next. He decided to do what no one in Virginia had done before - create a unique law firm dedicated solely to educating and representing women in Virginia divorce and child custody cases.
In June of 2002,
Jack Ferrebee , Charlie Hofheimer and Charlie's daughter, Kristen Hofheimer joined their practices to expand the legal services available to their respective clients. The firm included Jack Ferrebee, Charlie Hofheimer, Kristen Hofheimer, Jeff Tarkington, and Sheera Herrell. Since the 2002 merger, Shannon Lemm, Wendy Grainger and Matt Hamel have joined the firm.
Over the years, our
attorneys and staff have developed a method of representing Virginia women that emphasizes compassionate understanding of their individual situations with effective advocacy of their cases. Our attorneys are recognized statewide and nationally for their ability to help resolve difficult issues with forward thinking legal strategies.
Our goal is to achieve the best results for you, through negotiation when possible or litigation when necessary.
The Virginia Divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee have extensive experience helping Virginia women in the areas of:
We regularly represent women in the Circuit Courts and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News, Hampton, York County and Accomac, and in the North Carolina District Courts of Currituck, Dare and Perquimans. Throughout Hampton Roads, Virginia, on the Southside as well as the Peninsula, from the Outer Banks to the Eastern Shore, we ensure that our clients are prepared for the intricacies involved in their divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, pension benefits and property negotiations or trials.
Divorce Education for Women is our Passion!

Education & Advocacy for Virginia Women
In our experience we have found that clients who are informed about the Virginia divorce process are more likely to obtain better outcomes.
Because of our commitment to women's advocacy when it comes to Virginia divorce proceedings, we are in our 20th year of providing our monthly 3-hour seminar,
What Women Need to Know About Divorce . This seminar is made available 5 times a month. Click to
reserve a seat at Hofheimer/Fereebee's next divorce seminar .
To help you further understand the specifics of the Virginia divorce process, we have also written a FREE divorce guide.
Request your copy of What Every Virginia Woman Should Know About Divorce today!
Contact Us Today and Get One Step Closer to Your New Life
We will help you begin your journey by working in partnership with you to help you secure appropriate support, custody and property.
Schedule a legal consultationwith one of our Virginia divorce attorneys to learn about your rights and legal options. Contact us today - (757) 425-5200.
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If you are a woman considering divorce in Virginia, you want a Virginia divorce attorney and law firm whose passion and devotion is totally focused on issues that are unique to you. As you confront financial uncertainties,, worry about the future, find yourself depressed about a failing marriage, and scared about your husband’s reaction to the ending of your marriage, Hofheimer/Ferrebee, the Virginia law firm representing women only in divorce, is prepared to partner with you to secure your financial entitlements and protect your relationship with your children.
For many men, custody is the lever used against you to reduce their other financial obligations. It is important that you hire a Virginia divorce and custody attorney whose practice is focused exclusively on protecting not only your special relationship with your children, but also who will protect your right to child support and spousal support. Hofheimer/Ferrebee attorneys handle all matters related to women’s divorce and/or custody disputes in Virginia.
If you are a Virginia woman who wants to avoid the trauma and stress that are associated with a traditional divorce process, consider a collaborative divorce. A Virginia collaborative divorce is essentially a no-court divorce that allows you to have more control over your divorce and your future. Contact the Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee to get started on your collaborative divorce today – (757) 425-5200.
Military divorce differs from civilian divorce in myriad ways, not the least of which is the additional complication of overseas deployment, stacks of complicated paperwork and various government agencies with whom you may have to deal. The Virginia military divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee have a strong grasp on the "ins" and "outs" of military divorce and can work with you to protect your and your children's rights to property and support after the end of a marriage. Call 757-425-5200 to learn more, or order our FREE military divorce guide for women.
The attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee bring their vast legal experience to every one of their clients. As Virginia lawyers that serve divorcing women, we realize how important it can be to make sure that you have the necessary finances to move forward with your life. Our goal is to get the maximum amount of support for you. Contact our offices for a legal consultation today.
Property disputes can be a very contentious part of a divorce. The Virginia divorce firm of Hofheimer/Ferrebee has years of experience in arguing on behalf of women to get fair property settlements in divorces.
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