Massachusetts No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor Children
About this form package
The Massachusetts No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for People with Minor Children is designed to facilitate a smooth divorce process when both parties agree on terms. This package includes all necessary forms and instructions required to process a divorce without court disputes. Unlike contested divorce packages, this option is intended for couples who have amicably resolved all outstanding issues regarding their marriage, making it simpler and faster to finalize the divorce.
Forms provided in this package
- Child Care or Custody Disclosure Affidavit
- Joint Petition for Divorce under G.L. c.208, Section 1A
- Financial Statement - Long Form
- Financial Statement - Short Form
- Child Support Guidelines Worksheet
- Affidavit of Irretrievable Breakdown
- Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts effective Immediately
- Report of Absolute Divorce
When to use this form package
This package is suitable for individuals looking to file for an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts when:
- Both spouses agree on the terms of the divorce.
- There are minor children involved.
- Both parties have addressed all issues related to property and debts.
- Both parties are bona fide residents of Massachusetts.
Intended users of this form package
- Married couples in Massachusetts who have decided to file for a divorce together.
- Couples who wish to handle their divorce without legal representatives.
- Parties who have signed a separation agreement and resolved all terms of custody, support, and property division.
- Individuals comfortable with completing legal forms independently.
Steps to complete these forms
- Review the provided forms and instructions thoroughly.
- Complete the Joint Petition for Divorce and the Sworn Affidavit stating that an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage has occurred.
- Obtain and complete the Statistical Report form as required.
- Compile a Separation and Property Settlement Agreement and attach it to the petition.
- Fill out the appropriate Financial Statement based on your annual income.
- File all completed forms with the Clerk of Court and pay the necessary filing fee.
Notarization details for included forms
Certain documents in this package must be notarized for legal effectiveness. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available anytime.
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If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Avoid these common issues
- Failing to obtain and complete the required Statistical Report form.
- Not providing a certified copy of the marriage certificate.
- Using the wrong version of the Financial Statement based on income.
- Neglecting to file forms on bond paper as required by Massachusetts law.
- Missing the filing deadline for the notarized separation agreement.
Benefits of using this package online
- Convenience of downloading and completing forms from home.
- Editability allows you to fill out forms electronically, reducing chances of errors.
- Access to comprehensive instructions and checklists simplifies the filing process.
- Designed specifically for Massachusetts law, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Legal use & context
- This package is legally binding when completed correctly in accordance with Massachusetts law.
- Failure to comply with local filing requirements may result in rejection of documents.
- Consultation with a local attorney is recommended if unclear about the legal implications of the forms.
Quick recap
- The package is for couples filing for an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts.
- All forms must be completed and filed as per state guidelines.
- Notarization is required for specific forms.
- Proper preparation can expedite the divorce process.
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FAQ
Massachusetts law provides three ways to begin a divorce: the joint or uncontested petition, commonly a no-fault 1A divorce. the individual complaint often called a no-fault 1B divorce, or. the individual complaint that states that one spouse caused the divorce.
In Massachusetts, a judge will divide marital property equitably (fairly), but not necessarily equally.It doesn't include any separate property, which is all income, property, and assets owned by a spouse before the marriage. Separate property won't be divided between the spouses in a divorce.
Mediation is a voluntary process, and cases are resolved by mediation only if both parties agree. If, after reasonable effort, the parties can't solve their dispute through mediation, they still have the right to trial, and the judge will hear and decide the case.
Because California law views both spouses as one party rather than two, marital assets and debts are split 50/50 between the couple, unless they can agree on another arrangement.
Mediation is typically less stressful and less expensive than a divorce trial, and it usually proceeds much faster. Because you and your spouse have the final say over your divorce matters, mediation also allows couples to maintain the power and control in their divorce, as opposed to asking a judge to decide.
Let go of the need to win. Ask yourself what you really want. Focus on the future, not the past. Prepare for emotional triggers. Be mindful of your partner's emotions. Take care of yourself.
For example, if you have an uncontested divorce (under Chapter 208, Section 1A), the cost of your divorce will be somewhere between $215 (the approximately filing fee cost, assuming you don't have attorneys) and $4,000. Typically, our firm can complete a relatively simply 1A divorce between $1,500 and $2,500.
Everything is split 50/50Massachusetts is an equitable division state. It means that at the time of divorce, judges look to see how to split property equitably.