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Uncontested Divorce in New York

A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in New York. SimpleDivorce prepares court-ready forms, handles filing and service on your spouse, and keeps you updated to the final decree.

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Filing an Uncontested Divorce in New York

Where you file

Supreme Court

Residency requirement

Generally one spouse must have lived in New York continuously for at least 1–2 years (several residency options apply).

Court filing fee

Approximately $335 in total court fees (index number plus filing fees; passed through at cost).

Waiting period

No fixed statutory waiting period; timing is driven by court processing.

Grounds

New York allows no-fault divorce under an irretrievable breakdown of at least 6 months (DRL 170(7)).

Typical timeline

About 3–6 months for an uncontested case, largely dependent on the county clerk's processing.

Typical timeline: About 3–6 months for an uncontested case, largely dependent on the county clerk's processing.

Common New York Divorce Forms

Summons with Notice / Summons and Complaint
Settlement Agreement
Findings of Fact and Judgment of Divorce

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Frequently Asked Questions

SimpleDivorce prepares your New York divorce forms, walks you and your spouse through signing, and can file with the court and serve your spouse. You never visit a courthouse unless the court requires a brief final hearing.

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