Kentucky No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
About this form package
The Kentucky No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package is a comprehensive set of legal documents designed for couples seeking an uncontested divorce without children. This package simplifies the divorce process by providing all necessary forms and instructions, allowing both parties to agree on the dissolution terms amicably. Unlike contested divorce packages, which involve disputes and legal representation, this package is tailored for couples who have reached a mutual understanding regarding their marriage dissolution, including any property and debts involved.
Forms you’ll find in this package
- Verified Joint Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with No Children
- Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no children
- Case Data Information Sheet
- Notice of Hearing
- Entry of Appearance and Waiver
- Civil Summons
- Decree of Dissolution of Marriage with No Children
- Motion for Final Decree
- Findings of Fact and Decree of Dissolution of Marriage
- Simplified Verified Disclosure
- Deposition of Petitioner
When to use this document
This form package is ideal in scenarios where both spouses agree to the terms of their divorce and wish to finalize the dissolution without court battles. You may consider using this package if:
- You and your spouse have no children together.
- You both agree on the division of any property and debts.
- Your marriage has irretrievably broken down with no prospect of reconciliation.
- You have met Kentucky's residency requirements for filing for divorce.
Who needs this form package
- Couples in Kentucky seeking an uncontested divorce.
- Individuals with or without property or debts looking to amicably settle their divorce.
- Married persons with no children.
- Spouses who are willing to communicate and agree to all divorce terms.
Steps to complete these forms
- Review the included forms and instructions in the package.
- Complete the Joint Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, ensuring both parties agree and sign in front of a Notary Public.
- Fill out the Separation and Property Settlement Agreement, detailing the division of assets and debts.
- File the completed documents with the Circuit Court clerk for your county, paying any necessary filing fees.
- Attend the uncontested hearing where the judge will review your agreement before issuing the final Decree of Dissolution of Marriage.
- Mail a certified copy of the signed decree to your spouse once finalized.
Notarization requirements for forms in this package
Some forms in this package need notarization to be legally binding. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available 24/7.
Avoid these common issues
- Failing to notarize forms that require a Notary Public's signature.
- Not fully agreeing on all terms, which may lead to a contested divorce.
- Missing the 60-day waiting period before finalizing the divorce.
- Not filing all required documents with the court clerk.
- Neglecting to keep copies of filed forms for personal records.
Why use this package online
- Convenience of completing all forms from home without the need for in-person attorney meetings.
- Editability allows you to customize forms to reflect your unique situation.
- Access to reliable legal documents prepared by licensed attorneys, ensuring compliance with Kentucky law.
- Instant access to essential forms and instructions, reducing delays in your divorce process.
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FAQ
There are several reasons why you can divorce, but only two that you can use if you wish to divorce sooner than two years; adultery and unreasonable behaviour.Both adultery and unreasonable behaviour are fault based, which requires one person to blame the other party for the breakdown of the marriage.
How Long Does a Divorce Take in Kentucky? Before you can file for divorce in Kentucky, either spouse must have lived in the state for at least 180 days. Even couples who are in complete agreement on all issues in their divorce must be separated for at least 60 days before the divorce decree can be entered.
You begin your divorce case in Kentucky by filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the Court. If you have no minor children, you can use Kentucky's interactive forms and file online. If you live in Jefferson County, you can download a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage online.
The uncontested divorce in Kentucky is perhaps the easiest to complete from a process point of view. While there are several legal options for bringing your marriage to an end in Kentucky, an uncontested divorce is often the fast and most cost-effective solution.
However, there is no requirement that you have an attorney to file a divorce, and if you cannot get an attorney, you can file the divorce on your own. You will need to follow the rules an attorney would need to follow.
Once the papers have been filed with the court, the question, "How long does an uncontested divorce take?" is completely out of the parties' hands. The amount of time it will take to finalize the divorce by having a judge approve and sign the judgment can take anywhere from six weeks to 12 months.
In order to qualify for an uncontested divorce in Kentucky the spouse filing the divorce petition must have been living in the State of Kentucky for at least 180 days prior to the filing of divorce paperwork. The former spouses must have been separated for at least 60 days prior to filing.
The Kentucky Court of Justice has placed some, but not all, of the forms you'll need online. You can also go to your local courthouse or driver's license branch and request a complete packet of divorce papers for a nominal fee.
How long does a divorce take in Kentucky? Once the divorce paperwork has been filed in court, it takes 60 to 90 days for a divorce to be final. The start to finish time of the divorce may vary depending on the caseload of the court and the availability of judges to sign the final Decree of Dissolution.
