Mansfield Divorce Lawyer Explains the Two Most Common Types of Divorce Proceedings

As an experienced Mansfield Divorce Lawyer, clients often come to the office and ask about two of the most common types of divorce proceedings that we have in Massachusetts.

Uncontested

In order to obtain an uncontested divorce, you and your spouse must complete a joint divorce petition.  You will also need to complete a separation agreement, a financial statement for each part which includes pay stubs and tax returns, an affidavit to show that your marriage is irretrievably broken down, and a few more small things.  You and your spouse must be in full agreement to all of the divorce issues.

Most divorce clients want to start out the procedure as uncontested, but some issues become conflicted and that will lead to a contested divorce.

Contested

When you have a contested divorce, you will be required to file a complaint for divorce, instead of a petition. This is because you and your spouse cannot agree on the issues at the onset of the proceedings.  Most divorces will start this way, but a divorce agreement is soon figured out.

Are you thinking about filing for divorce in Massachusetts?  Contact dedicated Mansfield Divorce Lawyer Cynthia Hanley to help you navigate through the procedure.

This informational blog post was brought to you by Cynthia L. Hanley, an experienced Mansfield Divorce Lawyer.