How fast can I get a divorce? I have already worked everything out with my spouse and would like it finalized ASAP.
This is a common question and it depends on different variables.
There are statutory requirements that the legislature has passed that states you must wait 6 months from the date of filing to finalize a divorce if you have minor children. There is a 60 day grace or waiting period from the date of filing if you do not have minor children.
Each Judge has their own way of looking at the waiting requirements and depending on the facts and circumstances, Judges can and will waive the time requirements.
The Judge has to find good cause to waive the time constraints and it’s normally for the best interest of the minor children or a hardship on the parties. There are several ways to find hardship, but if both parties agree then the Judges are more likely to grant a judgment of divorce prior to the 6 months or 60 days.
Again some Judges will not waive the requirements at all and others are liberal in granting the party’s
Divorce
request.
I would be more than happy to answer any questions you have related to this topic. Please don’t hesitate to contact me at Marcus@MDWilcoxLaw.com
Marcus D. Wilcox
Attorney at Law, esq.
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