Unfortunately, divorce seems to be a more common occurrence than it once was. According to Legal Jobs, 24 out of 1,000 adults aged 25 to 39 get divorced. If you've found yourself as one of these people, it's likely that you've contacted divorce lawyers and filed for divorce. So, what happens next? We're here to help you with that! Read on to learn more.

Intermission

This waiting period varies by state, but generally, if the divorce hasn't already been worked out between the two parties beforehand, the person who has received the divorce papers has about three weeks to respond, according to our experts. This is called an "Answer." The person will say whether they agree with what you claimed in the divorce filing. They may agree with what you want, or they may ask the court to do something else. If they don't send a response, then you can file for divorce by default.

Documentation

When you get divorced, get ready to spend a good amount of time filling out all kinds of forms. They range from documents that will allow you to remarry after the divorce, forms that show you where you reside (you usually have to reside in a state for a certain amount of time), your income, child support forms (if applicable), and forms requesting judicial intervention. Don't worry! Divorce lawyers will help you find all the necessary forms and alert you to each deadline.

Negotiation

This usually happens in more contentious divorces. People might not agree on what constitutes the fair distribution of assets. That means meetings with lawyers and determining how to split assets and even child custody issues. Every divorce proceeding is different, just like every couple is different, so the length of this process is hard to predict. Our experts will do everything they can to expedite this part and relieve stress from your plate.

Divorce can be emotional, even when it's amicable. It means the end of a relationship and you want to be prepared for all that entails. If you follow the above, you should be in good shape. Are you looking for divorce lawyers in your area? We can help you find highly qualified ones that can help you through the process. Contact Pratt & Wall today!