New Mexico No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
What this form package covers
The New Mexico No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package is specifically designed for individuals without children, addressing the dissolution of marriage for couples with or without property and debts. This package includes essential documents drafted by licensed attorneys to assist in completing an uncontested divorce. The forms contained within the package streamline the process, allowing both parties to agree on the terms of their divorce without the need for a lengthy court battle.
Documents contained in this package
State law considerations
This package complies with New Mexico state laws regarding no-fault divorces. It reflects specific terminology and processes as established in New Mexico statutes, ensuring that all included forms meet state requirements for filing and dissolution of marriage without children.
When this form package is needed
This form package is ideal for couples seeking to finalize their divorce amicably, provided that:
- There are no children involved.
- Both parties agree on all terms of the divorce.
- The marriage has irretrievably broken down due to incompatibility.
Intended users of this form package
- Couples in New Mexico seeking an uncontested divorce.
- Individuals with no children from the marriage.
- Couples who agree on the division of property and debts.
- Persons who wish to bypass a contested divorce process.
Completing these forms step by step
- Review all included forms for accuracy and completeness.
- Fill out the Domestic Relations Information Sheet and the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.
- Both spouses must sign the forms in front of a Notary Public.
- Submit the completed forms along with any required copies to the courthouse and pay the filing fee.
- If necessary, attend a final hearing to finalize the divorce.
- Obtain a certified copy of the Final Decree of Dissolution of Marriage from the court for your records.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
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.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to notarize the signed forms, which can invalidate the agreement.
- Not making multiple copies of the filed documents for personal records.
- Skipping sections regarding property or debts that require mutual agreements.
- Overlooking local county requirements that may necessitate additional forms.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenient access to all necessary documents in one package.
- Forms are editable, allowing you to customize agreements to fit your situation.
- All forms are drafted by licensed attorneys, ensuring they meet legal standards.
- No need for extensive legal knowledge to complete the divorce process.
Quick recap
- This package simplifies the divorce process for couples with no children, ensuring a smooth transition with mutual agreement.
- All forms are designed with New Mexico legal guidelines in mind to enhance compliance and effectiveness.
- Notarization is mandatory for all signing parties to ensure the validity of the documents.
- Utilizing this form package can save time and reduce costs compared to hiring a lawyer for an uncontested divorce.
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FAQ
If you are the one who is filing the case, you will need to be a resident of the county where you file the divorce papers for a minimum of 90 days.Because Texas is a no fault divorce state you can opt for a do it yourself divorce. The process is simple, but it is not for every divorce.
In Texas, an uncontested divorce can be filed without an Attorney.Filing for an uncontested divorce in Texas and obtaining a final decree of divorce is much simpler, less expensive and less stressful than filing for a contested divorce, because a contested divorce requires a trial before a judge.
In order to start the divorce process while representing yourself, you'll need to complete divorce forms. You can obtain these forms online from the Colorado Judicial Branch's divorce and family matters forms index. Although these are official Colorado forms, individual counties may have additional requirements.
Yes, it is possible to file your own divorce and complete the process without the aid of an attorney.
Yes, it is possible to file your own divorce and complete the process without the aid of an attorney.
Do It Yourself (pro-se). Uncontested Divorce. Mediated Divorce.
You need to choose a "grounds" (legal reason) for your divorce. One grounds for getting divorced is that you simply do not get along with your spouse anymore and you do not want to be married. You can always get a divorce if you want one, no matter what your situation is.
Under Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 145, the divorce filing fee can be waived by filing a affidavit of Indigency. An Affidavit of Indigency basically asks a court to waive the filing fees because the filing party cannot afford them.
File your divorce papers and settlement agreement You will have to pay a filing fee, currently $435 when you file your petition for summary dissolution and other documents with the court clerk. If you can't afford to pay the filing fee, you can request a fee waiver from the court.
Even if you agree on everything, you need a lawyer to draft the agreement. Once you agree on everything, you need to memorialize the agreement on paper. Again, technically you can do this on your own.Divorce lawyers are trained in legal writing and analysis, and will make sure the agreement is drafted properly.