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Requesting Discovery Form For Divorce In Bronx
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Bronx
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US-0009LTR
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New York has started a pilot project in a few counties that allows couples to file for an uncontested divorce jointly. ing to the courts, this is a more streamlined and quicker option than a traditional uncontested divorce. You can find detailed information and forms on the New York Courts site.
It is signed by the judge and filed with the County Clerk, usually in the County where the plaintiff resided. To get a copy of a divorce decree, contact the County Clerk.
The husband and wife must be living separate and apart for a period of at least one year after signing a separation agreement to use it for a divorce.
A: New York is one of a few states with no waiting period. Unlike places where you may have to wait between filing papers and a final ruling or where you must be separated before you can file, New York allows those who meet the residency rules to file for a divorce at any time.
Some uncontested divorces are resolved as quickly as six weeks, while others can take six months or more. Since New York does not have a waiting period, a divorce that both parties agree on takes roughly 3 months for the papers to be filed with the court.
Any Request to expedite the signing of an uncontested Judgment of Divorce must be done by Notice of Motion filed and made returnable in ance with matrimonial motion rules. Motions must be filed with the matrimonial office at least 5 working days before the return date.
The length of time it takes to finalize an uncontested divorce is based primarily on two factors: how busy the court is and how fast your spouse can return the necessary documents to you. Some uncontested divorces are resolved as quickly as six weeks, while others can take six months or more.
An uncontested divorce is one in which there is not a disagreement on issues such as custody, child support, division of property, debt allocation and maintenance. Because these issues have been settled, there is no need to litigate them in court.
Depending on the progress, including cooperation and a likelihood of settlement, this could take approximately 3 to 4 months to reach a final settlement. After a settlement is reached, the final divorce documents are prepared and sent to the court for signature.
