Indiana No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and Debts
Overview of this form package
The Indiana No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage is designed to assist couples who have adult children and either own property or have debts to settle. This package includes all necessary forms and instructions to facilitate an uncontested divorce where both parties agree to the terms of the dissolution. It allows you to handle your divorce with minimal legal assistance, focusing on mutual agreement rather than conflict. With carefully crafted forms reviewed by licensed attorneys, this package ensures that you meet Indiana's legal requirements for filing a divorce.
What’s included in this form package
- Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no children OR adult children
- Appearance - Divorce with No Children
- Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children
- Decree of Dissolution of Marriage and Settlement Agreement with Adult Children
- Summons
- Verified Waiver of Final Hearing
Legal requirements by state
This form package is tailored to meet the legal requirements set forth in Indiana. It contains forms related to the residency and grounds for divorce as specified by Indiana law, ensuring compliance with state regulations. All forms must be printed on bond paper when submitted to the court.
When to use this document
You should use this form package when you and your spouse are in mutual agreement on the terms of your divorce, and you meet the following criteria:
- You have had no minor children together.
- At least one of you has lived in Indiana for the past six months.
- There are no issues that require court intervention, such as disputes over property or debts.
This package is ideal for couples seeking a straightforward and amicable divorce process.
Who needs this form package
- Couples without minor children.
- Individuals who have lived in Indiana for at least six months.
- Couples who are in agreement about all terms related to property and debts.
- Individuals looking for a cost-effective way to handle their divorce.
How to prepare this document
- Review all included forms carefully and ensure that you understand each one.
- Complete the Appearance, Summons, Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, Settlement Agreement, and Verified Waiver of Final Hearing.
- Make three copies of each document, including two self-addressed stamped envelopes.
- File the original forms with the Clerk of Court in your county.
- Wait at least sixty days after filing before the dissolution can be finalized.
- Collect the finalized signed Decree of Dissolution of Marriage from the court.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
Most forms in this package do not require notarization. However, local laws or specific situations may demand it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete the process through a verified video call, available anytime.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Not meeting residency requirements before filing.
- Failing to notarize required documents.
- Inaccurate or incomplete information on forms.
- Not keeping copies of all filed documents.
Benefits of using this package online
- Convenient access to all necessary forms and instructions.
- Edit and fill forms digitally before printing.
- Reliable information vetted by licensed attorneys.
- Cost-effective compared to traditional legal services.
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FAQ
A waiver of service or summons means that a party voluntarily enters a lawsuit without requiring the opposing party to serve them with a summons and petition.
How long does it take to get a divorce in Indiana? Typically, it takes at least 60 days before the court can finalize a divorce in Indiana. Once the divorce is filed, the court can issue temporary orders, but the actual divorce cannot be finalized until 60 days have passed from the date that the divorce was filed.
If your spouse doesn't agree you simply file a divorce and the judge will make the final decisions. The average cost of a contested divorce is $5,000 per spouse, and takes about 6 months. Some contested divorces can cost $15,000 or more per spouse and take 12 months or longer.
To get an uncontested divorce Indiana, you'll need to have reached an agreement with your spouse on property division, allocation of debts, custody, parenting time (visitation), alimony and child support. If you and your spouse don't agree on any of these issues, you can't seek an uncontested divorce in Indiana.
As a general rule, a wife cannot force her husband to pay for their divorce. Each party in the divorce action pays for his or her attorney fees and costs. However, there are circumstances in which a judge may order a husband to pay the wife's attorney fees and costs.
In an uncontested divorce, couples can reach an agreement on the financial terms and division of assets before the case goes to court.Judges and lawyers prefer to settle out of court wherever possible, and so should you if you can help it.
Can uncontested divorces be reversed? Divorces cannot generally be reversed after that the judge has already signed off and finalized everything.If it was an uncontested divorce, it will be easier for the parties to come together and agree on what needs to be changed.
By Melissa Heinig. In Oklahoma, it is possible to obtain an uncontested divorce in as little as ten days through a process known as a "waiver divorce." A waiver divorce is an uncontested procedure that allows couples to end their marriage without the cost and delay common to traditional divorce.
A contested divorce can cause the divorce to enter into litigation because spouses will need to have decisions made for them by a judge. Since they are not able to decide on marital issues for their family, a judge will have to do so in court.