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Divorse documents facilitate the legal dissolution of a marriage. They are essential when filing for a divorce in Massachusetts. Explore state-specific templates for your needs.
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Massachusetts Divorse
Divorse documents simplify the process of ending a marriage. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Massachusetts Divorse documents
- Divorce Petition — initiates the divorce process in court.
- Marital Settlement Agreement — outlines terms of the divorce settlement.
- Complaint for Divorce — formally requests the court to grant a divorce.
- Divorce Decree — finalizes the divorce and dictates terms.
- Separation Agreement — details arrangements while living apart.
Divorce forms by State
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- Alaska
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- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
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- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Form packages
Massachusetts No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor Children
Access everything needed for a seamless divorce with minor children, all in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Massachusetts Affidavit of Irretrievable Breakdown
- Massachusetts Request for Trial
- Massachusetts Affidavit Disclosing Care or Custody Proceeding
- Massachusetts Joint Petition for Divorce under G.L. c.208, Section 1A
- Massachusetts Financial Statement - Long Form
- Massachusetts Financial Statement - Short Form
- Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines Worksheet
- Massachusetts Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts effective Immediately
- Massachusetts Divorce or Annulment Certification Vital Statistics
Massachusetts No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and Debts
Get everything needed for an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts, including multiple related legal forms, all in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Massachusetts Affidavit of Irretrievable Breakdown
- Massachusetts Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Adult Children
- Massachusetts Request for Trial
- Massachusetts Joint Petition for Divorce under G.L. c.208, Section 1A
- Massachusetts Financial Statement - Long Form
- Massachusetts Financial Statement - Short Form
- Massachusetts Divorce or Annulment Certification Vital Statistics
Massachusetts Newly Divorced Individuals Package
Access everything needed for your post-divorce legal planning in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Massachusetts Name Change Notification Form
- Massachusetts General Durable Power of Attorney for Property and Finances or Financial Effective upon Disability
- Massachusetts Health Care Proxy Living Will
- Massachusetts Written Revocation of Will
- Personal Planning Information and Document Inventory Worksheets - A Legal Life Document
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Massachusetts No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and DebtsThis package includes all necessary forms for a joint divorce without children, providing everything needed for a smooth process in one place.
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Living Trust for Individual Who is Single, Divorced or Widow (or Widower) with ChildrenCreate a trust to manage and distribute your assets, ensuring financial support for your children after your passing.
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Massachusetts No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor ChildrenAccess everything needed for a seamless divorce with minor children, all in one convenient package.
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Living Trust for Individual Who is Single, Divorced or Widow (or Widower) with No ChildrenCreate a personalized living trust to manage your assets, ensuring effective estate planning without children.
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Discovery Interrogatories from Defendant to Plaintiff with Production RequestsGather detailed information from the plaintiff, including personal and financial details, as part of pre-trial discovery.
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Last Will and Testament for Divorced person not Remarried with Adult ChildrenEstate planning for a divorced individual with adult children, ensuring your wishes are respected regarding asset distribution.
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Massachusetts No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and DebtsGet everything needed for an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts, including multiple related legal forms, all in one convenient package.
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Discovery Interrogatories for Divorce Proceeding for either Plaintiff or Defendant - Another FormGather critical information about income, property, and debts in divorce proceedings, ensuring transparency between parties.
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Name Change Notification Package for Brides, Court Ordered Name Change, Divorced, MarriageNotifying organizations of a name change is essential after marriage, divorce, or court order. This package simplifies the process with multiple tailored forms.
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Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts effective ImmediatelyUse this agreement to separate and settle property matters while ensuring child custody and support in Massachusetts.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Divorce vs. Legal Separation — Divorce ends the marriage; legal separation allows couples to live apart without divorce.
- Contested Divorce vs. Uncontested Divorce — Contested involves disputes over terms; uncontested is agreed upon by both parties.
- Divorce Application vs. Petition for Dissolution of Marriage — Both terms refer to the request to dissolve a marriage but may vary by state.
- Separation Agreement vs. Marital Settlement Agreement — Separation Agreement is for couples living apart; a Marital Settlement Agreement is typically part of a divorce process.
Key legal points
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Divorse documents are necessary for legally ending a marriage.
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Many forms require notarization or witnesses in Massachusetts.
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The process may involve mediation to resolve disputes.
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Filing fees may apply when submitting divorce documents.
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Courts typically require a waiting period before finalizing a divorce.
How to get started
Begin the process with these easy steps.
- Find a template or package that fits your situation.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Get full access with a subscription.
- Complete it in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature.
FAQs
The first step is to file a divorce petition with the court.
The duration varies based on complexity and court schedules.
Yes, you can withdraw the petition before the divorce is finalized.
You may proceed with a default judgment if your spouse fails to respond.
Yes, filing fees may apply, which vary by jurisdiction.
Glossary
- Divorce - Legal termination of a marriage.
- Petition - Formal request to the court for a divorce.
- Decree - Official order finalizing a divorce.
- Separation Agreement - Document outlining terms while living apart.
- Settlement Agreement - Contract detailing divorce terms agreed upon by both parties.
- Complaint - Formal document filed to initiate divorce proceedings.
- Contested Divorce - Divorce where spouses disagree on terms.
- Uncontested Divorce - Divorce where both parties agree on all terms.
- Legal Separation - An alternative to divorce allowing couples to live apart.
- Default Judgment - Court decision made when one party fails to respond.