Legal Help in an Uncontested Ohio Divorce
Many couples jointly come to the decision that divorce is the best option to resolve intolerable marital difficulties. They want to end their marriage amicably and quickly, with a minimum of cost and time.
At the law office of Richard L. Morris Co. L.P.A., we work with couples at every stage of the divorce process. Whether you are in the early stages of considering divorce and want to know about Ohio divorce law, or you and your spouse are ready to file papers, we can provide legal advice and assistance in filing for an uncontested divorce.
Attorney Richard L. Morris has been helping couples reach agreement on the issues involved in divorce since 1990. Whenever possible, he works with clients using negotiation or mediation to help them achieve fast, efficient and economical results — with divorce court as a last resort if agreement cannot be reached.
If you need legal help with an uncontested divorce, contact our Gahanna, Ohio law office by e-mail to schedule a free initial phone consultation, or call us at 614-428-0052.
How Does an Uncontested Divorce Differ From Dissolution of Marriage?
In either a marital dissolution or an uncontested divorce, the couple is already in agreement about most or all of the major issues of the divorce — property division, child custody, child support, and spousal support.
If you and your spouse are close to agreement but a few sticking points remain, Mr. Morris can work with you to negotiate these final issues so you can take advantage of the cost-effective, time-saving option of an uncontested divorce. However, if any disagreements remain, your case could need to go to traditional divorce court.
A marital dissolution is slightly faster to accomplish than an uncontested divorce (as early as 30 days for dissolution, versus 42 for uncontested divorce). In dissolution, both parties must be available to attend the hearing, which takes place in family court or before a private family law judge.
In an uncontested divorce, although both parties must agree to the divorce, only one member of the couple must appear in court. This may be a good option if your divorcing spouse lives out of state or does not wish to appear in court. The party who will not be in court must sign all paperwork in advance.
Contact Us
To schedule a free telephone consultation with an experienced Ohio divorce lawyer, call the Gahanna, Ohio law office of Richard L. Morris Co. L.P.A. at 614-428-0052 or contact us by e-mail.
