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New York Divorce - Uncontested

Ending a marriage is tough enough, but it doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. If you and your spouse agree on the division of property, and are willing to agree on child custody and support issues, you may be eligible for an uncontested divorce. Uncontested divorces are much simpler and allow you to save time and thousands of dollars in attorney fees.which may then be spent on your children or yourselves.

A New York divorce, or dissolution of marriage, can be filed by either spouse to end the marital relationship. Upon completion of a New York divorce, the parties are restored back to single status. The court will also issue any necessary orders for child support and custody, alimony (spousal support) and the division of assets and debts. We can assist you in the document preparation, filing, and consulting for your uncontested New York divorce. Coaching for your court appearance if required, is also available.

Uncontested Divorce in New York

A divorce is uncontested if: (1) you and your spouse can agree on financial and divorce-related issues such as property division, alimony and child support, and (2) your spouse agrees to the divorce or fails to appear in the divorce action.

On the other hand, a divorce is contested if you and your spouse cannot agree on enough issues to require resolution by the court.

Summary Divorce in New York

A divorce in New York may be granted in less time through a summary divorce process. The requirements are:

1. there is a written separation agreement or decree,

2. the spouses have lived apart for one year, and

3. the court is satisfied with proof that the Plaintiff spouse has substantially performed all terms and conditions of the agreement or decree.

Generally, a financial disclosure must be filed in every action for divorce in New York

Legal Separation In New York

A legal separation can be filed by a married person who wishes to maintain the marriage but physically separate and try to resolve any problems in the marriage. In New York, a physical separation and written separation agreement is required for at least one year before a spouse may proceed in a divorce action. Typically, the filing date of the divorce complaint is the date of legal separation.

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