Is alimony mandatory in mutual divorce?

Is alimony mandatory in mutual divorce?

Thirunavukkarasu. Once you have decided to file for divorce by mutual consent, then you can agree to all the terms & conditions. You need not pay any alimony/maintenance unless your wife wants it. In that case you have to bargain with her and come to some agreement.

How long does it take for mutual divorce?

The court can waive this cooling off period in some cases. So in case of divorce by mutual consent, it usually takes 18-24 months….Read more news on.

Mutual Consent divorce VS Contested divorce
Short duration (18-24 months) Time taken Time-consuming (3-5 years)

Can I file divorce after 2 months of marriage?

No, you can’t get divorce after a month of marriage. You have to wait for at least one year to file divorce case against your partner. So wait for completion of one year after you marriage and then proceed with the divorce case on the grounds of mental cruelty. Thanks.

How do I get a divorce in 6 months of marriage?

Therefore, couples cannot file a petition for mutual divorce within 6 months of getting married. As per Section 13 B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, and Section 28 of the Special Marriage Act 1954, both parties can file for a mutual divorce only after living separately for a year.

How can I get a divorce after 1 month of marriage?

No, you can’t get divorce after a month of marriage. You have to wait for at least one year to file divorce case against your partner. The waiting period of one year is inevitable even if you both plan to go for mutual consent divorce.

What if divorce is not mutual?

In case your spouse is not ready for the mutual consent divorce, then you can file a petition under any of the grounds mentioned under Section 13(1) of the Hindu Marriage Act.

Do you have to wait 12 months for a divorce?

Separation. Separation generally means living apart from each other. It can be unilaterally initiated by either spouse, or mutually decided. To prove that your marriage has ‘irretrievably broken down,’ in order to obtain a divorce, you must have been separated for at least 12 months.