Civil Case Information
Monetary disputes involving more than $25,000 fall under the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court. Examples of civil cases may include:
Adoption
Annulment
Conservator & Guardian Appointment
Divorce
Encumbrance / Conveyance of Church Property
Name Changes
Partition of Real Estate
Will & Estate Matters
Filing a Civil Case
The filing party is responsible for ensuring all pleadings are prepared in accordance with the Code of Virginia and rules for the Virginia Supreme Court. The Circuit Court does not provide forms for use by litigants filing civil suits.
Learn more about civil filing fees.