An uncontested divorce in Georgia is a divorce in which both parties have come to an agreement resolving all issues of the marriage or where there are no issues to be resolved. An uncontested divorce without minor children is often easier to obtain than an uncontested divorce with minor children because there are fewer issues to grapple over. Without issues such as child support, child custody or child visitation, a divorce becomes much simpler.  A GA divorce without minor children may include issues such as the division of marital property and alimony payments. If the parties can reach an agreement resolving these issues, they can obtain an uncontested divorce.

An uncontested divorce is a desirable option to many because it is cheaper, less time consuming and allows the parties to more easily move on with their lives. If done properly, one can get an uncontested divorce finalized as soon as thirty-one days after the filing of the complaint.  Unfortunately, our attorneys find that it is often the case that couples who desire an uncontested divorce often find that they did not as readily agree with their spouses on all the issues they thought they did, and their uncontested divorce turns contested.

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If you are dealing with a divorce in Georgia, whether it be contested or uncontested, we invite you to speak with one of our GA divorce attorneys for an initial case evaluation.  We handle clients throughout Georgia, with offices in Atlanta and Athens.  Please note that for a typical divorce proceeding, our law firm retainers begin at $2,500.00. To set up a consultation, please give us a call at (404) 239-3932,or visit our Atlanta divorce attorney page for more information.  Thank you and we look forward to working with you.

An uncontested divorce in Georgia is the quickest, cheapest and often most painless way to obtain a divorce.  Under GA Family Law, a divorce is uncontested if the parties have agreed to all issues regarding the dissolution of their marriage and there is nothing left for a judge or jury to decide. That is, they have divided all their assets and debts, and if there are children involved, they have agreed on child support, custody and visitation.

Not surprisingly, an uncontested divorce in Georgia is most common when the parties have not been married long and there are no children. However, obtaining an uncontested is possible in almost every situation if both spouses are willing to agree.

Sometimes, parties are able to come to an agreement before even filing for divorce.   In these cases, it is possible to get your divorce finalized in as little as thirty-one days after you have served your spouse with the complaint for divorce.  Other times, a divorce will start out contested, but the parties will ultimately enter into an agreement settling all issues.  Georgia mediation is a useful tool when trying to settle issues in a divorce case.  Of course, the more contested a divorce is, the more you are likely to pay in attorney’s fees because of the time involved.  Indeed, contested divorces can drag on for years, which create  emotional and financial stress for all involved.

Often, the obstacle to an uncontested divorce in Georgia is the inability to get your spouse to cooperate.  If possible, it is important to keep the lines of communication open.  Once you and your spouse are able to set emotions aside and focus on what needs to be resolved, you will have a much better chance of being able to finalize an uncontested divorce.

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The above information is meant as a brief summary of certain aspects of Georgia uncontested divorces. If you are considering filing for a Georgia divorce, whether contested or uncontested, we recommend that you speak with one of our Atlanta family law attorneys sooner rather than later.  We are proud to say that our attorneys are among the most knowledgeable and experienced in the state.  Click here to see our Credentials and Client Reviews.  Please note that for a typical divorce or annulment proceeding, our law firm retainer begins at $2,500.00. To set up a consultation with one of our attorneys, please give us a call at (404) 239-3932, or visit our Divorce Attorney Homepage to fill out our contact information form.  Thank you and we look forward to working with you.