Uncontested Divorce

General

A divorce where both spouses agree on all major issues including property, support, and custody arrangements.

Example

Their uncontested divorce was finalized within three months through mediation.

Canadian Equivalent

In Canada, this is referred to as Uncontested Divorce / Joint Divorce (when both parties file together).

Jurisdiction Variations

TEXAS

Agreed Divorce

Texas commonly uses 'agreed divorce' for uncontested proceedings

NEW-YORK

Uncontested Divorce (requires conversion from contested after 120 days)

New York has specific procedural requirements for uncontested divorce

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