What is the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce?

There are generally two types of divorce in Alabama: contested and uncontested.

In a contested divorce the couple can’t agree on some or all aspects of the divorce. Pleadings will need to be filed and a process of information gathering called discovery will require both parties to respond to written questions and gather documents and information. Eventually the case will be set and the judge will hold a trial.

Witnesses will be called, and the judge will decide issues such as property division, child custody, alimony and any other issues relating to the dissolution of the marriage.

A contested divorce can be expensive, time-consuming, and stressful.

By contrast, in an uncontested divorce, the spouses agree on all of the issues required to end their marriage, so there’s no need for the judge to hold a trial, and no need for the parties to go to court at all. If a divorcing couple can work together and compromise in order to agree on all of their divorce-related issues, an uncontested divorce, is a simpler, faster, and much less expensive way to end your marriage.

Get In Touch

Very helpful and courteous through my entire divorce process. Handled everything professionally and in a great timely matter. Very thankful I chose this law firm to help me with my divorce. The entire team was amazing from start to finish.

KeVante Price

“Ruby and all of the staff at New Beginnings were so helpful and understanding. They walked me through everything and were careful to think of every little detail. Thanks to them, the whole divorce process was as smooth as it…

S. T.

Upon the death of our daughter, we were seeking full custody of our grandson. We had been led to believed this could be a difficult if not impossible task so we were not confident as to what his future would…

Ronald B.

Thank you New Beginnings Family Law. I was able to get professional services and excellent advice from them on my family issues. They were very thorough and i was met with a friendly smile when visiting their office. I will…

Freddy Killen

“In October of 2016, my brother-in-law came to NBFL for help with a custody matter. Due to the situation, we were all fearful and on edge. After meeting with Amber and David, we walked away hopeful. They graciously and patiently…

Eva A.

Get Our Free Special Report

FACING DIVORCE: Seven Steps You Must Take Immediately to Protect Your Financial Future

DOWNLOAD NOW

Listen to Our SOUNDCLOUD PodCast

Listen Now

Listen to Our ITUNES PodCast

Listen Now