An International Assets Divorce Lawyer Falls Church handles the division of overseas property and foreign assets under Va. Code § 20-107.3. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 24 documented case results in Falls Church. Mr. Sris personally amended this equitable distribution statute. Consultation by appointment.
Last verified: April 2026 | Falls Church General District Court | Va. Code § 20-107.3 (official Virginia General Assembly)
Virginia is an equitable distribution state, not a community property state. Under Va. Code § 20-107.3, the court divides marital property fairly but not necessarily 50/50. For international assets, the court must determine whether foreign property is marital or separate. Mr. Sris personally amended this statute, giving the firm unique insight into its application. The court considers 11 factors, including the duration of the marriage and each spouse’s contributions. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by Mr. Sris, a former prosecutor.
For the full text of the equitable distribution statute, see Va. Code § 20-107.3 (official Virginia General Assembly). For court procedures, visit the Falls Church General District Court website.
- Identify all marital and separate assets, including overseas property and foreign accounts.
- Gather documentation: deeds, bank statements, tax returns, and business records for foreign assets.
- File a complaint for divorce in Falls Church Circuit Court at 300 Park Avenue, Suite 151W.
- Serve the spouse with the complaint and a request for financial disclosure.
- Attend mediation or a pendente lite hearing for temporary support and custody.
- Proceed to trial or settlement conference for final equitable distribution of international assets.
In Falls Church, Virginia, international asset division in divorce follows equitable distribution under Va. Code § 20-107.3, with no fixed penalty but potential court sanctions for non-disclosure.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Failure to Disclose Foreign Assets | Contempt of Court | Up to 10 days | Up to $1,000 | None | Default judgment, attorney fees |
| Fraudulent Transfer of Overseas Property | Fraud | Up to 12 months | Up to $2,500 | None | Criminal charges, asset freeze |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by Mr. Sris, a former prosecutor. The firm has over 120 years of combined attorney experience and 4,739+ documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, the equitable distribution statute that governs international asset division in Virginia. The firm’s tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.”
Samantha Rae Powers — Of Counsel. Bar admissions: Virginia, Florida. J.D./M.A. University of Florida 2005. Ph.D. Communication UCSB 2017. 18+ years experience. Focuses on VA family law matters.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 24 total documented case results in Falls Church across all practice areas, with a 100% favorable outcome rate. Firm-wide, the firm has 4,739+ case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Fairfax location is approximately 3 miles from Falls Church Circuit Court, accessible via Route 7 (Broad Street/Leesburg Pike), Route 29, I-66, and I-495.
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Yes, Virginia courts can divide overseas property under Va. Code § 20-107.3 if the court has personal jurisdiction over both spouses.
Can a Virginia court divide overseas property in a divorce?
It depends. The court must determine whether the foreign asset is marital or separate property under Virginia law.
How does the court value foreign assets in a Falls Church divorce?
No. Virginia is an equitable distribution state. The court divides marital property fairly, not necessarily 50/50.
Is Virginia a community property state for international assets?
Yes. Failure to disclose foreign bank accounts, real estate, or business interests can result in contempt, sanctions, or a default judgment.
Do I have to disclose foreign assets in a Falls Church divorce?
It depends. The court considers 11 factors under Va. Code § 20-107.3, including each spouse’s contributions and the marriage duration.
How long does an international asset divorce take in Falls Church?