Divorce Process Serving in Tennessee
Your spouse must be formally served for a divorce to proceed. SimpleDivorce assigns a licensed process server who delivers the papers, documents each attempt with GPS and time stamps, and returns a notarized affidavit of service for the court. In Tennessee, about 60 days minimum (90 days with minor children); most uncontested cases finalize in 2–3 months.
Filing in Tennessee
Court
Chancery Court or Circuit Court (both have concurrent jurisdiction over divorce in Tennessee)
Residency
One spouse must have lived in Tennessee for at least 6 months before filing, or the grounds for divorce must have arisen while living in the state.
Filing fee
Roughly $180–$300 depending on county (passed through at cost).
Waiting period
60-day waiting period after filing for couples without minor children; 90 days if the couple has minor children.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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