|
|
|
|
LHM uses advanced security technology to protect your personal information
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Before you start completing your uncontested divorce forms with us,
please read all the requirements for Arkansas divorce. Make
sure that your situation matches all the requirements.
|
|
|
|
Requirements for Arkansas divorce
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Residency Requirements:
A spouse must be a resident of Arkansas for 60 days in order to file for
divorce. In addition, he/she will need to reside in the state for three
months before the finalization of the divorce.
Legal Separation:
Legal separation may be granted for the same reasons as the no-fault grounds,
plus willful discretion for 1 year, and willful separation for 18 months.
General Divorce Procedure:
A third party may sign an affidavit attesting to a spouse’s residency,
separation and no cohabitation in an uncontested divorce action. However,
proof of the grounds for divorce does not need to be corroborated by a
third party.
Where to file for divorce:
In Plaintiff’s County;
Non-resident plaintiffs should file in the county of the defendant.
Mediation:
There is no legal provision that addresses this issue in Arkansas.
|
|
Grounds for Arkansas Divorce:
Arkansas grants divorce on both fault and no-fault grounds.
No-fault:
No-fault grounds include, among others, separation of at least 18 months and
voluntarily living separately without cohabitation.
Fault-based grounds may include:
1) Impotence;
2) Personal indignities;
3) Adultery;
4) Non-support to complaining spouse when other spouse
is able to provide such support;
5) Confinement for incurable insanity or separation
caused by mental illness for a period of years;
6) Conviction of a felony;
7) Commission or conviction of an infamous crime;
8) Cruel and inhuman treatment that endangers the life of
the spouse;
9) Drunkenness for 1 year.
Title of Divorce action:
Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.
|
|
|
|
Rights to Maiden Name:
The wife can restore her maiden name upon request.
Go to "Change Name" service
Filing Fees:
Court filing fees are in addition. Please check with your local
courthouse to determine the exact amount.
* Related Uncontested Divorce Facts
* Related Uncontested Divorce News
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Thanks for the quick service! I am very impressed with the speed and
quality of your products and service. My husband is stationed in San
Antonio, TX and I am trying to move us from NC to TX by myself- this
power of attorney helped tremendously with so little complication!
Thanks again!
Kimberly S., TX
|
|
|
|
|
|
Thank you so much. I appreciate your service and will continue to do business.
Didi S, NC
|
|
|
|
|
|
In a minite I got the power of attorney I need. Incredable website. Will use again.
Nicolas G., PA
|
|
|
|
|
|
Thanks for your prompt responce. Did not even expect you to be that quick and attentive. Your customer service is superb.
George A., NY
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|