How do I get a divorce in NC without waiting a year?
How do I get a divorce in NC without waiting a year?
To get divorced based on the one-year separation, the soon-to-be-former spouses must have been living apart for at least one year. The requirement that the parties live separately entails a physical separation and the intent of either spouse or both spouses to end their marriage.
How long do you have to wait to get a divorce in NC?
You and your spouse must be separated for a year before either of you can file for divorce. Either or both of you must have lived in North Carolina for at least six months before filing. After one party has been served with divorce papers, they have 30 days to file a response.
Can I file for divorce in NC without a lawyer?
Filing for Divorce in North Carolina Without a Lawyer: Use ONLY IF: You have lived in NC for at least 6 months. You have been separated for at least 1 year. You do not want alimony or spousal support AND.
Can you get a divorce without going to court in NC?
Not necessarily. If you and your spouse agree on the divorce, we can handle the divorce claim without you having to go to court. If, however, there are disputes that you can't resolve through compromise, then you will have to go to court.
