Why does it take so long for a divorce to be final?

Why does it take so long for a divorce to be final?

If you and your spouse disagree on any of your divorce issues, your case will take longer to conclude. If you and your spouse complete discovery and you still can’t resolve your issues, you’ll end up preparing for court hearings, and possibly even a divorce trial. All of this adds time to your overall divorce.

How long does a complicated divorce take?

Depending on your state, your divorce could take from one to several months. If your divorce is contested, your divorce could take a lot longer. A contested divorce, where at least one major issue cannot be resolved, will often involve a trial on any unresolved issues.

Is there a way to speed up divorce?

Coming to an agreement with the spouse is generally the quickest way to speed up the divorce so that it doesn’t take weeks or months to complete the process. When there is no contest about the issues within the divorce, the time used will lessen greatly. This also decreases costs with the lawyer and before a judge.

What’s the longest a divorce can take?

The length of time between the beginning of a divorce case and the completion of the case varies greatly. The shortest amount of time it can take you to get divorced is about 5 months, while the longest can be years (my longest case so far was almost 6 years).

How do I get a clean break?

To get a Clean Break Order for your divorce, all you need to do is ask a Divorce Lawyer to prepare the Clean Break Order and send it to the Court for approval.

How much does it cost to get a clean break order?

Most solicitors will charge over £1000+ VAT (£1200) to draft the clean break order paperwork; our fee is just £199 fixed fee and it covers both parties from start-to-finish. Our qualified family law solicitors will draft your order to your individual needs and file it with the courts for you.

Is a consent order the same as a clean break?

A Consent Order is exactly the same as a Clean Break Order only it is drafted for those couples who have financial assets to be divided. It will also include a paragraph that prohibits either party from making a financial claim against the other in the future.

What is the difference between a consent order and a financial order?

A financial order is the only way to ensure that any financial obligations between you and your ex are cut. There are two main financial orders – a consent order and a clean break order. Consent orders are for divorcing couples who have assets to divide and who want to make their Financial Settlement legally binding.

How long does it take for a financial consent order to be approved?

between 3 and 4 weeks