Four Ways to Expedite the Divorce Process

No one wants to go through a divorce that drags on for months, or even years. Making the decision to get a divorce is difficult but once you do, you likely want to move on with your new life as soon as possible. Too many people think that divorce is going to inevitably be a lengthy process, but that does not always have to be the case. Below are four steps that can help you expedite the divorce process and put it all behind you as quickly as possible.

Agree with Your Spouse

Many divorce cases are contentious but there are other times when the spouses involved can still work together quite amicably. This is most often true when neither spouse engaged in wrongdoing and both spouses want the divorce to proceed. If you are able to come to an agreement on all terms of the divorce with your spouse, the case will proceed much quicker. As long as the agreement is fair, a judge will approve it and finalize your divorce.

Separate Quickly

Unlike other states, Florida law does not require couples to separate for a certain amount of time before filing for divorce. However, living separately from your spouse can help speed up the divorce process. Once you are no longer living with your spouse, you can keep your finances and new assets separate, which can help resolve property division issues more quickly.

Do Not Bring Up Wrongdoings

Florida is a no-fault divorce state, which means that you do not have to accuse your spouse of any wrongdoing when filing. All you have to do is state that you and your spouse have irreconcilable differences and that the marital relationship cannot be saved.

If your spouse cheated on you or otherwise acted wrongly, such as using marital funds on a substance abuse problem, you may want to bring this up during divorce proceedings. It is important to know that when you raise wrongdoing in a divorce, it may help with certain issues even though Florida is a no-fault divorce state. For example, if your spouse did spend marital funds on an affair or a substance abuse problem you may receive more in property division hearings by raising the issue.

Still, it is important to determine what is more important to you. If your main priority is getting the divorce over with as quickly as possible, raising these issues will make your case take longer. It is just as critical to remember that you have rights and so, if there are certain assets that are more important to you than a quick divorce, they may be worth raising.

Work with a Florida Divorce Lawyer

Hiring a Port St. Lucie divorce lawyer can greatly help expedite your divorce. Even if you and your spouse have agreed on all terms, our lawyers at Eighmie Law Firm, P.A. can help you file the appropriate papers, and through the rest of your divorce case so there are no unnecessary delays. Call us today at (772) 905-8692 to schedule a consultation and to learn more about how we can help.

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