How to Get a Speedy Divorce

Divorce doesn't have to take a lot of time.

A quick divorce can only be accomplished if you and your spouse can agree to terms without the services of a lawyer. Expediting the process without a lawyer will also save you money. While it might be a challenge to come to an agreement without lawyers and lengthy court battles, it will save many hours. Court processing is an inevitable aspect of divorce. Some jurisdictions require couples to live apart for a period of time before filing for divorce.

Instructions

1. Talk to your spouse about not hiring a lawyer. Explain how much money and time you could save.

2. Write a list of all the assets and debts you and your spouse share. Include in the list stocks, credit cards, pension, income, retirement funds, loans, savings and property. You may need to hire an appraiser for the property. Decide on an fair split.

3. Calculate your monthly expenses and income. Estimate how much it will cost you when you live apart.

4. Decide on a custody plan for any children. This can be the most difficult point of negotiation. Instead of having a lawyer cash in on the hours of negotiating, attempt this without a lawyer.

5. Decide on who will live in the family home, if you own one. The person who doesn't live in the home will likely seek compensation.

6. Hire a divorce service to complete all the necessary paperwork. Any mistakes you make by doing to paperwork yourself will delay the process.

7. Have all the information handy, such as pay stubs, tax returns or loan papers, during court proceedings.

References

• Do-It-Yourself Divorce Info: 7 Tips for Getting a Quick Divorce
• Quick-Divorce.org: Revealed! Methods to a Speedy Divorce

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish