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Step 1
In order to file for divorce without a lawyer in the state of Georgia your divorce must be uncontested. This means that you and your spouse must both agree to the divorce.
The first thing you should do is find the appropriate forms that you will need to file with your local court. There are various programs online that will help you to do this , most charge a small fee. The I-Can website also has these forms available free of charge. -
Step 2
Choose which forms you will need. Normally these forms are in packets based on whether or not there are children from the marriage.
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Step 3
Fill out your forms either using your own program such as Microsoft word or using a website that fills them in for you. Again the I-CAN website has the feature of filling in your forms for you online based on what information you type in.
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Step 4
If there are children from your marriage you will need to fill out information involving custody and explain how custody will be shared. If you and your spouse disagree on child custody , you will need a lawyer to help resolve these issues.
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Step 5
Once you have filled out the appropriate forms you now need to print and sign them and take them to be notorized. Most banks have a notary of the public available.
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Step 6
Next take your petition for divorce to your local Clerk of Court office for your county. You must pay the appropriate filing fees which at this time are about 80.00 in the state of Georgia.
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Step 7
If your divorce is uncontested your divorce should take place within 30 to 45 days. If there are children involved you will likely have to attend a parenting course before the Judge will grant your divorce.
