Divorces fall into two major categories: contested and uncontested. An uncontested divorce usually occurs when you and your spouse agree on all the issues that come along with divorce, including the distribution of your finances, child support and visitation, and spousal maintenance. If you and your significant other cannot come to an agreement on these issues before your court date, you will have to file for a contested divorce. A contested divorce can raise the cost of your divorce exponentially, however, many people believe it is worth it when they feel strongly about certain issues such as their children’s care or remaining in their marital residence.
If you wish to petition for a contested divorce, you must choose one of the six grounds for divorce in New York State.
Click below to learn the grounds for divorce in New York.
