Uncontested Divorce in Louisiana
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Louisiana. 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 Louisiana
The facts that shape a Louisiana divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
District Court (Civil District Court in Orleans Parish)
Residency requirement
One spouse must be domiciled in Louisiana, with the case filed in the parish where either spouse resides or where the couple last lived together.
Court filing fee
$300 typical ($200-$400) — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
180-day period of living separate and apart before the divorce can be granted (365 days if the couple has minor children together).
Grounds
Louisiana allows no-fault divorce based on the spouses living separate and apart for the required statutory period, with no need to prove fault.
Typical timeline
About 180 days minimum for couples without minor children (365 days with minor children); most uncontested cases finalize shortly after the separation period is satisfied and paperwork is filed.
Serving your spouse
If your spouse agrees to the divorce, they can sign a Waiver of Service or an Acceptance of Service form. If they do not cooperate, you must arrange formal service via sheriff or process server.
Fee waiver
You may request a fee waiver (called In Forma Pauperis) if you can't afford the fee.
Common Louisiana Divorce Forms
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