Uncontested Divorce Pennsylvania Steps
Summary
To start an uncontested divorce in Pennsylvania, file a Complaint in Divorce at your local county courthouse, pay the required filing fee, and serve the complaint to your spouse legally. Provide the court with proof of service. Consult a legal professional for detailed guidance.Full Conversation
Divorce
Hello Samantha, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please let me know in which state or country you are currently residing? This is essential to provide accurate legal information regarding your divorce.
Pennsylvania
Hello Samantha, in Pennsylvania, here are some key points regarding divorce:
- Either party must have lived in PA for at least six months.
- Grounds may include fault or no-fault.
- Property division is equitable, not necessarily equal.
These are general guidelines and actual proceedings may vary.
Uncontested
Hello Samantha, if your divorce is uncontested in Pennsylvania, here are some points to consider:
- Both parties must agree on all terms.
- You can file a "mutual consent divorce" 90 days after serving the divorce complaint.
- The court may grant the divorce without a hearing.
How to start by serving divorce complaint
Hello Samantha, to start by serving a divorce complaint in Pennsylvania, here are the steps:
*. File a 'Complaint in Divorce' at your local county courthouse.
*. Pay the required filing fee.
*. Serve the complaint to your spouse legally.
*. Provide the court proof of service.
Please consult a legal professional for detailed guidance.