When getting divorced, you may have a simplified dissolution of marriage, contested divorce, or uncontested divorce case. At the end of your marriage, you and your spouse may have finally found common ground, or the discord that led you to this point may affect your ability to communicate and reach a settlement.
Understanding the different types of divorce cases may help you prepare for the process of ending your marriage.
Simplified dissolution of marriage
According to the Brevard County court clerk, simplified dissolution of marriage cases involve marriages that do not include minor children or current pregnancies. For such a case, you and your ex-spouse must agree to how you will share your marital debts and divide your shared assets. Neither you nor your former spouse will receive alimony from the court in a simplified dissolution of marriage.
Contested divorce
Due to ranging factors, you and your ex-spouse may struggle to agree on anything, much less the serious issues at hand in your divorce. In a contested divorce case, you and your former partner have not reached a settlement regarding your responsibility for marital debts, how you will divide your shared assets, or issues regarding your children.
Uncontested divorce
Much like simplified dissolution cases, you have an uncontested divorce if you and your ex-partner agree to the issues. You may have an uncontested divorce as a parent of a minor child or children, however, you and your former spouse must settle matters such as custody and visitation yourselves.
Going through a divorce often weighs heavily upon all those involved. Making preparations may help the process go as smoothly as possible for you, as well as your family.