Your Family’s Advocate,
Every Step of the Way

Charlottesville
Family Attorney

Supporting Clients as They Deal With Complex Family Issues

Deciding to make a significant change in your family circumstances, whether that’s ending a marriage or seeking a change in child custody, is a big step. You’ll need to understand the laws governing these matters in Virginia and develop a plan for your case. But you don’t have to do this alone. At Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, we’re here to help you identify your goals and help you get there with experienced legal counsel.

If you’re ready to speak to an attorney about your situation, call our firm to schedule an appointment. We’ll take the time to learn more about your circumstances and what we can do to help you make it through this challenging time. We’re here to listen, and we’re here to help. Call today.

Practice Areas

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Alimony

Depending on the circumstances of your family and marriage, spousal support may be a factor in your divorce. Contact an attorney to find out more.

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Child Custody

Every parent deserves to spend time with their children and be involved in their lives. Strong legal representation can help you get the custody arrangement you want.

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Child Support

Ensure your children get the support they need through child support. An attorney can help you understand how child support is calculated and applied in Virginia.

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Divorce

Divorce can involve property division, child custody, child support, and other vital issues. Ensure you have legal representation you can trust when you work with our firm.

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Divorce Mediation

Mediation can allow you to determine the terms of your divorce and support a more collaborative process. Talk to an attorney to find out if this is an option for your case.

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What Are the Benefits of Working With a Family Law Attorney?

When dealing with matters involving your family, it’s essential to do everything you can to protect your rights and interests and your children’s well-being. A significant part of that is hiring an experienced attorney to represent you.

When you work with Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, we ensure you understand what you’re entitled to in a divorce settlement according to Virginia law. If your case involves child custody, we’ll take the time to explain your rights and create a tailored strategy to present your case.

Most of all, working with an attorney saves you time and protects your mental health by ensuring you have the support and guidance you need every step of the way.

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Why Choose Us

Experienced in Family Law Matters

When you’re facing legal issues involving your family, you need more than just a lawyer – you need a dedicated family law attorney with the experience to protect what matters most. With over 20 years of exclusive focus on family law, we understand how to navigate complex legal matters while keeping your best interests at the forefront. At Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, this is not just what we do— it’s all we do.

Strong Litigator

At Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, we understand that ending a marriage isn’t just a legal matter — it’s a deeply personal and often complicated process. With experience litigating in a wide range of locations and jurisdictions, our team is well-equipped to handle high-stakes divorce cases involving complex estates, closely held businesses, and other intricate financial matters. Whether your case requires skilled negotiation or assertive courtroom representation, we’re prepared to advocate for your best interests every step of the way.

Clear Communication

We recognize how important it is for our clients to feel informed and supported throughout their legal journey. That’s why we combine a client-centered philosophy with the latest technology — secure client portals, cloud-based case management, and even text updates — to make communication seamless and transparent. We take the time to explain legal terms and processes in clear, everyday language, so you always know where your case stands and what’s coming next.

Honest Representation

When you’re facing a family law matter, you deserve more than just strong legal advocacy — you need honest, straightforward guidance from a team you can trust. At Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, we pride ourselves on providing clear, candid assessments at every stage of your case. You’ll always know where you stand, what your options are, and what to expect moving forward. That same commitment to transparency extends to our billing practices as well: we believe in clear, upfront pricing with no surprises, so you can focus on your future with confidence.

Capable Negotiator

With over two decades of experience handling some of the most complex and emotionally charged family law matters, Jason Seiden and the team at Seiden Legal Group, PLLC bring a depth of knowledge that is invaluable when navigating high-conflict situations. While we are always prepared to litigate when necessary, we recognize that many cases can — and should — be resolved without going to trial. Our firm is skilled in de-escalating tension, guiding productive negotiations, and leveraging strategic mediation to help clients reach fair, balanced agreements that serve their long-term interests. Drawing on Jason’s specialized training through the Association of Family and Conciliatory Courts (AFCC), we’re especially adept at helping families move forward, even in the most challenging co-parenting and power-imbalanced dynamics.

Client Dedication

The privilege of helping clients through some of the most difficult times of their lives is why we do what we do. Our firm is dedicated to ensuring we do everything in our power to make this transition as easy as possible.

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What Types of Family Law Cases Does Seiden Legal Group Handle?

As a family law practice, we help clients with everything from understanding how high-value assets can impact divorce settlements to enforcing a child support order. If it involves your marriage or your children, we’re here to help. Our main areas of practice include:

  • Spousal support
  • Child custody
  • Child support
  • Divorce
  • Property division
  • Divorce mediation

If you have questions about any of the family law topics above or have another matter that requires legal attention, contact Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, today. We’ll schedule an initial consultation so you can talk to an attorney and understand how we work before deciding to hire our firm to represent you.

Meet Our Attorney

With over 15 years of dedicated experience, Jason is a highly respected and top-rated family law litigator. Specializing in divorce, spousal support, child custody, complex equitable distribution, post-divorce enforcement, and modifications, he brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to every case.

Jason is recognized for his exceptional technical expertise and is frequently sought after for working with complex equitable distribution scenarios. Jason is also very proud of his training and membership with the Association of Family and Conciliatory Courts (AFCC). This expertise allows him to provide invaluable counseling and guidance to parents struggling to co-parent with difficult individuals and domestic situations, including relationships involving domestic violence, coercive control, or other imbalances of power.

What Can I Do to Help My Divorce Go Smoothly?

Divorce is rarely simple or easy, but it doesn’t have to be unnecessarily stressful or adversarial. The best things you can do to help a divorce go as smoothly as possible are:

  • Be willing to negotiate. Having an open mind and focusing on a collaborative process can help you resolve a divorce more quickly and likely end up with a better settlement.
  • Focus on the end goal. When emotions are involved, it’s easy to get sucked into. Arguments and unnecessary conflict. Remember that the goal here is to get a fair and equitable settlement and to be able to move on with your life.
  • Hire an experienced family law attorney. You need a lawyer who isn’t afraid to fight for your rights and what you’re entitled to.

Contact our firm for legal counsel and guidance tailored to your specific situation and needs.

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Get Help From an Experienced Family Law Attorney

Navigating family law issues like divorce and child custody isn’t easy. You’re already dealing with enough stress adjusting to the new normal and trying to care for yourself and your children. Let us help by handling the legal matters and representing you, whether that’s in mediation negotiations or in court. When you meet with an attorney for an initial consultation, you can discuss the particulars of your case and find out what sets Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, apart. If you decide you want to work with our firm, we can start representing you right away.

You don’t have to go through this process alone. We’re here to help. If you are considering divorce or need help with a family law matter in Charlottesville or the surrounding area, call Seiden Legal Group, PLLC, to schedule a time to talk.

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