How long do you have to live in Missouri to file for divorce?
How long do you have to live in Missouri to file for divorce?
90 days
Can you get divorced in a state you don’t live in?
You can file for divorce in a state other than the state in which you are married, as long as you meet residency requirements. If you do not meet the residency requirements for the state in which you are attempting to file for divorce, your divorce complaint can be rejected.
Can I file for divorce in Missouri without a lawyer?
You don’t have to hire an attorney to file for an uncontested divorce in Missouri. If you file your divorce without an attorney, you are considered pro se (pronounced pro say). Petition for Dissolution of Marriage- this is required in all divorces.
Does it matter who files for divorce in Missouri?
The spouse filing for dissolution must serve the petition on the other spouse (the responding spouse or respondent). Once served, the responding spouse must submit a legal document to the court called an “Answer.” The answer should admit or deny all facts stated in the petition.
Can you remarry after dissolution?
You are able to remarry or enter into a civil union as soon as the dissolution order has taken effect.
