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To divorce in North Carolina, a couple must live physically apart for a year. After a year has passed, the work necessary to conclude an uncontested divorce, including obtaining a judge's divorce decree, can be completed in less than 60 days. North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state.
You can absolutely do a pro se divorce and you don't need any lawyers if you're both reasonable and amicable people. Put whatever you like in writing if you want, but there's no requirement in NC to file any separation or custody agreements.
If both parties agree on all aspects of the divorce, it is considered uncontested. In an uncontested divorce, there are no disagreements between either party. The uncontested divorce would be the easiest and least expensive way to get a divorce.
In North Carolina, the responsibility for spousal support, also known as post-separation support and alimony, is not automatically imposed on one party or the other. Instead, the court determines it case-by-case, considering various factors.
The absolute fastest way is with a 50--10(e) divorce by clerk (if your county's courthouse does them) combined with your spouse signing a couple waivers that reduce the 30-day window they would otherwise have to file counterclaims.
It is possible to get a divorce without going to court, especially in cases where both parties mutually agree to the divorce and its terms. This process is often referred to as an ``uncontested divorce'' or ``amicable divorce.'' Here are the key steps and considerations:
You can absolutely do a pro se divorce and you don't need any lawyers if you're both reasonable and amicable people. Put whatever you like in writing if you want, but there's no requirement in NC to file any separation or custody agreements.