Uncontested Divorce in Tennessee
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee
The facts that shape a Tennessee divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
Chancery Court or Circuit Court (both have concurrent jurisdiction over divorce in Tennessee)
Residency requirement
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.
Court filing fee
$240 typical ($180–$300) — varies by 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.
Grounds
Tennessee allows no-fault divorce on the ground of irreconcilable differences when both spouses agree the marriage cannot continue.
Typical timeline
About 60 days minimum (90 days with minor children); most uncontested cases finalize in 2–3 months.
Serving your spouse
If filing jointly or using an Agreed Divorce, formal service is not required. Otherwise, your spouse must be served unless they sign a Waiver of Service.
Fee waiver
Available via a Request to Proceed In Forma Pauperis
Common Tennessee Divorce Forms
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