DIVORCE 

There are two types of divorces.  

An "uncontested divorce" is where you and your spouse agree on all issues in your case.  The issues can be as simple or complex as you wish to make them, but you must agree on all issues.  The principal issues are child custody, support and visitation, alimony, real and personal property division, marital/joint debt, tax considerations, health insurance, and educational and extracurricular expenses for children.  There is no time limitation for uncontested divorces, meaning you can get divorced immediatley, subject only to the Court's schedule.

A "contested divorce" must be filed if you disagree on one or more issues.  The issues that are most often disputed are those involving children and all financial issues.  Disputes over children are usually the most difficult and emotional, and can become the entire focus of the case.  A divorce hearing or trial cannot be held in a contested divorce until six months after the filing date of the divorce complaint.  The six month limitation can be avoided by converting the case to an uncontested divorce.