New York Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with No Children With or without Property and Debts Property and / or Debts
Understanding this form package
The New York Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with No Children and with or Without Property and Debts is specifically designed for couples seeking a no-fault, agreed divorce. This package includes all the necessary forms and detailed instructions to facilitate a smooth filing process. The advantage of this package is its focus on parties without children, addressing both property and debt division effectively while emphasizing the uncontested nature of the divorce.
Forms you’ll find in this package
- Note of Issue (form UD-9)
- Findings of Fact And Conclusions of Law
- Postcard Sample
- Sworn Statement of Removal of Barriers to Remarriage (UD-4)
- Notice of Entry
- Part 130 Certification (UD-12)
- Affidavit In Support of Application To Proceed As A Poor Person
- Verified Complaint Action For Divorce
- RJI Matrimonial Addendum
- Certificate of Dissolution of Marriage
- Poor Person Order
- Affidavit of Defendant In Action For Divorce
- Summons (form UD-1A)
- Affidavit of Service (form UD-3)
- New York Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with No Children With or without Property and Debts Property and / or Debts
- Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no Children parties may have Joint Property or Debts Effective Immediately
- Notice of Settlement
- Judgment of Divorce
- Affidavit of Plaintiff (form UD-6)
- Affidavit of Regularity (form UD-5)
When to use this form package
This form package is ideal for couples who:
- Have resolved all terms of their divorce amicably.
- Do not have children.
- Own property or have debts that need to be divided.
- Are looking for a straightforward, no-fault divorce process.
Intended users of this form package
- Couples in New York seeking an uncontested divorce.
- Individuals who have a mutual agreement on all divorce terms.
- Parties without children involved in the divorce.
- Those who have, or do not have, property or debts to address in the divorce.
Steps to complete these forms
- Review the included forms and instructions carefully.
- Prepare all necessary documents, including the Summons and Verified Complaint.
- File the original documents with the County Clerk’s office and pay the associated fees.
- Have your spouse served with the divorce papers, ensuring they acknowledge receipt.
- Complete and submit the Affidavit of Defendant once it is signed.
Do forms in this package need to be notarized?
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.
Common mistakes
- Filing incomplete forms or missing required signatures.
- Failing to serve the spouse properly, leading to delays.
- Not paying the correct filing fees or neglecting to include the case index number.
- Not keeping copies of all documents for personal records.
Why use this package online
- Convenient access to essential forms tailored for an uncontested divorce.
- Editable forms that allow you to customize information easily.
- Reliability of documents created by licensed attorneys, ensuring legal compliance.
- Time-saving with a comprehensive checklist and organization of steps.
Summary of main points
- This package is designed for couples without children seeking an uncontested divorce in New York.
- All parties must agree on the terms of the divorce and fulfill residency requirements.
- Careful attention is needed to complete and file the forms correctly to avoid legal delays.
- The process can be straightforward if both parties are in agreement and cooperate throughout.
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FAQ
In your uncontested divorce, the easiest way to speed your divorce through the court is for the defendant to waive service by signing an Affidavit of Defendant. If your spouse refuses to sign the affidavit, you will have to hire a process server to deliver a copy of the summons and complaint.
If no lawyer is suitable to handle your case, or under any other situation mentioned above, you can proceed to start a divorce without a lawyer.Divorce is of two kinds - Mutual consent divorce and contested divorce. A mutual consented divorce is an easier and faster way you can get a divorce without a lawyer.
Notice of Automatic Orders. Notice Concerning Continuation of Health Care Coverage. Summons With Notice (Form UD-1 or UD-1a) Verified Complaint (Form UD-2) Affidavit of Service (Form UD-3)
Where to File. File the papers with the County Clerk's Office. The County Clerk's Office is where the court fees are paid and where the case files in the county are kept for the Supreme Court. You may be able to file the papers over the internet using NYSCEF, the New York State Courts Electronic Filing system.
1) Meet the Residency Requirements. 2) Know the Grounds for Divorce in New York. 3) Gather the Information You Need to Complete the Forms (Uncontested Divorce) 4) Prepare and File the Necessary Forms. 5) Serve the Forms to Your Spouse. 6) Response by Your Spouse.
Some uncontested divorces are resolved as quickly as six weeks, while others can take six months or more. Since New York doesn't have a waiting period, a divorce that both parties agree on takes roughly 3 months.
File the papers with the County Clerk's Office. The County Clerk's Office is where the court fees are paid and where the case files in the county are kept for the Supreme Court. You may be able to file the papers over the internet using NYSCEF, the New York State Courts Electronic Filing system.
Yes, it is possible to file your own divorce and complete the process without the aid of an attorney.
