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Legal Information: New York
Laws current as of September 18, 2024 What is an uncontested divorce?
An uncontested divorce is one where you do not expect your spouse to disagree with any aspect of the divorce or when your spouse does not respond to the court papers served on him/her. In cases of uncontested divorce, you may represent yourself, but a lawyer might still be helpful, especially if your spouse has one.
To get an uncontested divorce, you generally have to file documents with the court. You and your spouse generally do not have to make an appearance in court.
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