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How to Get an Uncontested Divorce

Many people have the impression that divorce is always fraught with pain and drama. However, some couples are able to amicably separate and move on with their lives. Could an uncontested divorce be right for you?

What is an uncontested divorce?

Your dissolution of marriage can be granted if you and your spouse agree on how to divide your marital property and your debts, how to settle child custody and support issues and how to deal with spousal support.

Can I get an uncontested divorce?

If you and your spouse are on civil terms, you may be able to work out an uncontested divorce. Generally, this a less expensive and less upsetting version of divorce litigation. If you can agree on most—if not everything—you can work with mediators or lawyers to iron out the last few details, and avoid having to go to court.

When is an uncontested divorce not advisable?

Uncontested divorces are not available when you can’t come to a compromise. For example, imagine that you have assets and children. You and your spouse are able to decide how to separate your property, but cannot decide how to handle custody and child support. That’s a major issue that will need to be resolved either by a mediator or a court.

It is also not advisable to have an uncontested divorce if you were unable to access marital funds or assets. It’s always best to see an attorney to learn more about your options, especially if you believe that you may be a victim of abuse or your spouse is hiding assets.

Want to find out if an uncontested divorce could work for you? Call the skilled divorce attorneys at Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. in St. Paul, MN today.

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  • "Tori had a thorough understanding of my situation and made excellent recommendations to resolve my concerns. She was persistent on communication and handled everything in a very timely manner. I would definitely hire her again in the future if needed." - M.K.

  • "With Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A., it is like having a family physician. They are all knowledgeable, thorough, comforting, and the only call I need to make for all my legal needs for many years to come. No matter what the matter, I totally trust their advice and commitment to me and my family." - J.N.

  • "Mary from APH Law helped me thru a difficult divorce. She and the entire staff was there for me every step of the way helping me on what to do next. They listened to what I wanted and helped me achieve what matter the most to me in the divorce settlement." - Dana C.

  • "I chose APH after my initial consultation with Mary. I felt my best interest would be represented. The entire process went excellent, the attorneys and staff communicated effectively and efficiently with me throughout the process as they needed to. Being new to the legal process and verbiage, they walked me and talked me through the next steps and the jargon, I felt completely comfortable and represented. I hope I never have to use legal services again but if I do I will call Mary at APH Law and know that I will be taken care of." - Jeff M.

  • "Divorce is a time of emotion and stress. Mary Pfeifer , My lawyer was professional and compassionate. She was very informative through the process. Her insight helped me in my decisions. She worked hard to obtain a settlement which was fair to both parties.Though, I hope I won't need her help again. It is reassuring to know a good person that is willing to help." - Rod S.

  • "I first came to Ms. Jacquelyn Lutz of Appelhof, Pfeifer and Hart in October of 2016. It was definitely the worst time in my life and she compassionately spoke with me about my options. Ms. Lutz thoroughly explained the laws, statutes, process and what to expect going forward. What was supposed to be one case, turned into three intricate cases that took a huge toll on me and my family. Ms. Lutz represented me in court on all three cases with a vast knowledge of the laws and how to proceed accordingly. During all three cases she kept me informed, calm, gave me resources to utilize, and (most important) gave me a realistic view of what may come next. Ms. Lutz knew each case required a great deal of knowledge and creative thinking on how to legally proceed forward with each case. My family and friends are forever grateful for the amazing representation by Ms. Lutz. I highly recommend Ms. Lutz for anyone needing or considering superb representation for any kind of family law. " - M.H.

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