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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.

Filing an Uncontested Divorce in New York

The facts that shape a New York divorce — confirmed with you during intake.

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

$335 — varies by county, 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.

Serving your spouse

Plaintiff must serve defendant within 120 days of filing. Personal service is required (not by the plaintiff). Alternative: defendant may sign an Affidavit of Defendant instead.

Fee waiver

Available via Poor Person's Relief application.

Common New York Divorce Forms

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

SimpleDivorce prepares the exact forms your New York court requires — you never track them down yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers specific to filing in New York.

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

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