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Uncontested Divorce

Worcester Uncontested Divorce Lawyers
Serving Worcester, Middlesex and Hampden Counties

When both spouses agree on the major issues, an uncontested divorce offers a faster, less expensive, and less stressful path forward. Even so, the separation agreement you sign becomes a binding legal document, so it is worth having an attorney review it before you finalize anything.

At Rudolf, Griffis, Ruggieri & Murray, we help clients prepare accurate, complete agreements that hold up over time, so nothing gets overlooked in the interest of moving quickly.


What Makes A Divorce Uncontested

  • Both spouses agree on property division.
  • Both spouses agree on child custody and parenting time, if applicable.
  • Both spouses agree on child support and alimony, if applicable.
  • A written separation agreement is signed by both parties.
  • The agreement is submitted to the court for review and approval.

Why Review Your Agreement With An Attorney

Agreeing on the major issues does not mean the agreement itself is airtight. We regularly see separation agreements that leave out important details, like how future medical or education costs will be split, or that use language that creates confusion down the road.

A short attorney review before you sign can prevent a much larger, more expensive dispute later.


Frequently Asked Questions

One attorney cannot represent both spouses, since that is a conflict of interest. It is common for one spouse to retain an attorney to draft or review the agreement while the other reviews it independently.

Once the agreement is signed and filed, an uncontested divorce typically finalizes within a few months, factoring in the mandatory waiting period before the judgment becomes absolute.

A single disagreement does not necessarily make the whole divorce contested. Many couples resolve the last outstanding issue through negotiation or mediation and still finalize the case as uncontested.

Yes, if one spouse changes their mind or new information comes to light before the agreement is finalized. This is one reason it helps to have the agreement reviewed carefully before signing.

Not exactly. Mediation is a process that can help spouses reach agreement on disputed issues, which can then result in an uncontested divorce once everything is settled and put in writing.