Prince William County Divorce and Family Lawyer

A strong reputation and decades of experience

Ryland & Merchak attorney Sally Hook Merchak is one of the most experienced family law attorneys in Northern Virginia. She is the most senior woman family law and trial attorney in Prince William County. Her experience is crucial to your legal position during pre-trial negotiations and family court litigation.

Virginia divorce

Virginia divorce courts prefer to be presented with property settlement agreements, and they encourage out-of-court agreements concerning all aspects of your divorce. Sally Merchak drafts and negotiates legal agreements concerning issues including—

  • Marital property
  • Pensions and retirement plans
  • Military retirement and benefits
  • Spousal support (alimony)

In Virginia, you need to be thoroughly prepared before you file your original petition for divorce, and you must be diligent until it is time to file your final petition. Divorce lawyer Sally Merchak helps you stay organized and focused throughout your divorce case.

Child custody & support

Often, the legal issues involving children are more difficult than the divorce itself. Virginia lawyer Sally Merchak works with you to address—

  • Custody agreements
  • Child support payments
  • Child visitation
  • Custody modifications
  • Paternity disputes
  • Child’s health insurance
  • Education expenses

Nothing is left to chance when you have the legal support of Sally Merchak.

Challenging areas of family law

Sometimes divorce and custody can regrettably lead to hostility and threatening circumstances. Family law attorney Sally Merchak helps you with—

  • Protective orders
  • Temporary restraining orders
  • Termination of parental rights
  • Domestic abuse and child abuse

Get strong legal guidance in your family law matter

As a small firm, we are easily reached when you have an urgent concern. To schedule an initial consultation with Sally Hook Merchak about your divorce or other family law issue, contact Ryland & Merchak, P.C.