Uncontested Divorce

Germantown Divorce Lawyers

An uncontested divorce refers to a divorce in which both parties agree to dissolve their marriage and they agree on all of the terms of the divorce settlement. All of the divorce-related issues, such as marital property division, asset and debt division, child custody, child support, visitation, and maintenance have been worked out and agreed upon by the two parties. This, of course, makes the divorce process a much smoother and faster process for all involved. If you need to obtain an uncontested divorce in Germantown, West Bend, Sister Bay or anywhere in Washington County, you can get the legal help you need from a Germantown divorce lawyer at Vanden Heuvel & Dineen. The divorce lawyers at the firm are experienced, skilled, and among the top-rated attorneys in the country.

Wisconsin has a no-fault divorce law, which is based on an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. A petition is filed on behalf of the parties stating these divorce grounds wherein the court eventually finds that the marriage has broken down with no possible reconciliation. The residency requirement to file for a divorce in Wisconsin is that one of the spouses must have lived in the state for 6 months and in the county where the petition is filed for 30 days prior to beginning the divorce action. A 120-day waiting period follows the filing of the petition or the service of the summons before any hearing in court will be scheduled.   

A simplified divorce, begun with a joint petition filed on behalf of both parties, can be accomplished. In cases where both parties agree on the breakdown of the marriage and on all the relevant issues, such as property division and any matters involving children, the divorce can be heard by a family court commissioner.

It is best to consult with a Germantown divorce attorney at the firm about the specifics of your uncontested divorce so that you can get the legal counsel you need based on your particular case. A free online evaluation of your case is available on this website.

Contact a Germantown Divorce Lawyer at the firm today for legal assistance with an uncontested divorce anywhere in Washington County.