How to Start Uncontested Divorce Process in NY?
Quick Answer: Start by ensuring you meet requirements, gathering documents, completing divorce forms, drafting settlement agreement, then filing with Supreme Court in your county.
Before You File
Confirm eligibility: Meet residency requirements, have legal grounds, both spouses agree to all terms.
Gather documents: Marriage certificate, financial records, tax returns, property documents.
Discuss terms: Property division, custody if children, support amounts, all settlement details.
Prepare Documents
Complete: Summons with Notice or Verified Complaint (UD-1 or UD-2), Statement of Net Worth (UD-8), Settlement agreement, Removal of barriers statements (UD-4, UD-5).
File with Court
Go to: Supreme Court in county where either spouse lives. Bring: Completed forms, filing fee 35, marriage certificate, copies for service.
After Filing
Serve spouse within 120 days, wait for response, submit remaining documents, receive judgment in 3-6 months.