Washington No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
Understanding this form package
The Washington No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package is designed for couples without children who wish to file for an uncontested divorce in Washington State. This package includes essential information, forms, explanations, and step-by-step instructions, setting it apart from packages intended for contested divorces or those involving children. The package facilitates a smooth and straightforward dissolution process for couples who mutually agree on all terms, including the division of property and debts.
Forms included in this package
- Domestic Cover Sheet
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with or without children
- Response to Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
- Joinder for Divorce Proceeding
- Notice of Dissolution Calendar
- Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law - With or Without Children
- Decree of Dissolution - With or Without Children
- Confidential Information Sheet
- Addendum to Confidential Information Sheet
When to use this document
This form package is useful in the following scenarios:
- When both spouses agree on all terms of the divorce.
- When there are no children involved in the marriage.
- When the couple has or does not have joint property or debts that they are willing to divide amicably.
- When the couple seeks a no-fault divorce based on irreconcilable differences.
Who this form package is for
- Couples who are legally married in Washington State.
- Couples who do not share children and can agree on the terms of the divorce.
- Individuals who do not wish to engage in a contested divorce process.
- Spouses who are ready for a straightforward and amicable resolution of their marriage.
How to prepare this document
- Fill out the Domestic Cover Sheet (WA-801D) and ensure all relevant information is accurate.
- Complete the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (WA-WPF-01-0100), discussing property and debt division with your spouse.
- Each spouse must fill out and sign the Confidential Information Forms (WA-WPF-09-0200) to maintain privacy.
- Pay the required filing fee at your local Superior Court and schedule a final hearing date, ensuring at least ninety days have passed since filing the petition.
- Attend the final hearing with all necessary documents, including the Decree of Dissolution (WA-WPF-04-0400), for the judgeâs approval.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to obtain the necessary signatures from both spouses on relevant forms.
- Not filling out the Confidential Information Form completely.
- Neglecting to pay the filing fee before submitting documents to the court.
- Missing deadlines for filing or scheduling hearings, leading to delays in the divorce process.
Benefits of completing this package online
- Convenience of accessing all necessary documents in one package.
- Ability to complete forms at your own pace and review them thoroughly.
- Reliable information provided by licensed attorneys to ensure compliance with state laws.
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Washington Divorce Online allows you to complete your official Washington State Petition for Dissolution (Divorce) of Marriage online.You may then print and file your divorce petition with the court. In most cases you can choose to complete your divorce without a court appearance.
While you will still have to do your part to file for divorce, doing most of it online is allowed in the Washington and highly recommended for those who want a legitimate and painless divorce as long as you and your spouse are in agreement on the divorce.
Complete divorce forms. The divorce process begins with the divorce form or petition for divorce. File divorce papers with the court. Serve your spouse with the divorce papers. Sign and file final divorce documents.
1Complete divorce forms. The divorce process begins with the divorce form or petition for divorce.2File divorce papers with the court.3Serve your spouse with the divorce papers.4Sign and file final divorce documents.
An uncontested divorce in Washington State takes an average of three months to complete. Contrastingly, a contested divorce can easily take twelve months or longer, depending on the complexity of the marital assets.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Washington State? Most uncontested divorces filed in Washington State cost between $500 and $700. You will also need to pay an additional court filing fee of around $300. This also doesn't take into account the cost of attorney or mediation fees if required.
The 90 day period begins to run after the summons and petition have been filed and served upon the other spouse. This is a mandatory minimum waiting period intended to allow the parties time to cool down. The waiting period cannot be waived.
Washington Divorce Online allows you to complete your official Washington State Petition for Dissolution (Divorce) of Marriage online.You may then print and file your divorce petition with the court. In most cases you can choose to complete your divorce without a court appearance.
To file for divorce in Washington State, you must file a Summons and a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the clerk of the superior court in one of Washington State's superior courts and serve copies of these papers on the other spouse.
