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How to File for Divorce | 50-State Instructions

A divorce, or “dissolution of marriage”, is a filing made in a local court to end a marriage. Divorce procedures vary from State-to-State with a requirement of the spouses living separately for a period of time. After the time period is met the spouses may file the papers in the local court and begin divorce proceedings. The main items to be negotiated are alimony and child support along with the division of property.

Table of Contents

  • How to File for Divorce: By State
  • Divorce Proceedings (Step-by-Step Guide)
    • Requirements
    • File in the Local Court
    • Serving the Summons
    • Negotiating
    • Attend Court Hearing
    • Get a Name Change
  • Alimony
    • Alimony Calculators
  • Child Support
    • Child Support Calculators
  • Division of Property
  • How Long Does it Take?
  • Where to File?
  • Filing Fees
  • Grounds for Divorce
  • Common Forms
  • Contested vs Uncontested
  • Prenuptial Agreements

How to File for Divorce: By State

 

General Instructions

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