Atlanta Uncontested Divorce Lawyer
Experienced Uncontested Divorce Lawyers Serving Atlanta, Georgia
An uncontested divorce is a divorce where both parties have resolved all issues in their case and the parties simply want an Atlanta uncontested divorce lawyer to prepare the paperwork which reflects what the parties have agreed to and help guide the process.
Our firm can help you with an uncontested divorce or uncontested family law matter (such as a modification which similarly can be uncontested) and explain the process and statutory waiting period (it is 31 days in Georgia for an uncontested area divorce) and other legal requirements.
Achieving a comprehensive settlement agreement with your spouse regarding the terms of your divorce offers numerous advantages. Firstly, in an uncontested divorce, the agreement is predetermined, providing clarity and predictability regarding the outcome. Furthermore, allowing a judge to decide in a trial introduces a level of uncertainty. Secondly, uncontested divorces tend to be more cost-effective compared to contested ones, as there are no prolonged legal battles between attorneys. Lastly, individuals who actively participate in crafting the terms of their uncontested divorce are more inclined to adhere to those terms. While negotiations entail compromise, both parties acknowledge their direct involvement in shaping the outcome, rather than having it imposed by a judge.
Most areas of focus during an uncontested divorce in Atlanta revolve around these 4 areas of interest for the parties:
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Equitable Division of Assets and Liabilities
Requirements For An Uncontested Divorce In Atlanta
Certain requirements must be met to be able to take advantage of uncontested divorce. The first requirement is residency. To obtain a divorce in Atlanta, there are two ways you can meet these residency requirements. These are:
- You were married in Georgia, and at least one spouse currently resides there.
- At least one spouse has lived in Georgia for a minimum of six months.
Other requirements that must be met to seek a summary divorce in Georgia are:
- You have been married for 10 years or less
- You have no biological/adopted children together under the age of 18
- You have no biological/adopted children together over the age of 18 who are attending school
- Neither spouse owns real estate in Georgia or anywhere else in the US
- You own less than $30,000 in personal property, individually/ jointly
- You owe no more than $15,000 in debt, individually/jointly
- Neither spouse is pregnant
- Both waive the right to spousal support
- Neither spouse is requesting temporary orders
- There are no other divorce, separation, or annulment actions pending in another state
Contact Our Atlanta Uncontested Divorce Lawyer Today
Based upon our experience at Naggiar & Sarif Family Law Attorneys, often these potentially difficult details can be worked out with relative ease if both parties already have a general outlier for the resolution of their divorce. With this said however, there are a number of cases over the past 20 years we have performed where the parties find what appeared to be a general agreement does not exactly pan out that way when we get into various important details in the divorce. Call us today at (404) 816-2004 or submit a request for a case evaluation.