Is an amicable divorce faster than a contested divorce?
May 13, 2024 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Alexander Hartmann
Dear lawyer,
My name is Lukas Krebs and I urgently need your help regarding my upcoming divorce. My wife and I have mutually agreed to get a divorce as we have simply drifted apart in the past few years and are in agreement about a separation. Now I am wondering if an amicable divorce can actually be completed faster than a contested divorce.
Currently, we are in a phase where we have already settled all financial and personal matters and have reached an agreement regarding custody of our children. We simply want this process to be completed as quickly as possible so that we can both move on with our lives.
My concerns are that a contested divorce could potentially take a long time and would be emotionally and financially draining for us. Therefore, I ask you whether it is indeed advisable to pursue an amicable divorce in order to expedite the process and possibly save costs. Are there any legal advantages that could make an amicable divorce faster?
I thank you in advance for your support and look forward to your professional assessment and possible solutions in this matter.
Sincerely,
Lukas Krebs
Dear Mr. Krebs,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your upcoming divorce. I am pleased to hear that you and your wife have mutually decided to take this step and have already clarified many points. An amicable divorce can actually be completed more quickly than a contentious divorce. This is because in an amicable divorce, there is less potential for conflict and therefore fewer negotiations and court dates are required.
An amicable divorce can usually be completed within a few months, while a contentious divorce can often take several months to years, depending on the complexity of the disputes. This can not only be emotionally taxing, but also result in high legal and court costs.
By reaching an agreement on financial and personal matters as well as custody of your children, you have already taken an important step towards a quick and cost-effective divorce. If you are in agreement, you can submit a divorce petition together with your lawyers and have it expedited through the court.
There are indeed legal advantages that can speed up an amicable divorce. Firstly, you can save time by reaching an agreement, as fewer negotiations and court dates are required. Secondly, the court can process the divorce petition more quickly, as fewer issues need to be resolved.
Overall, I would recommend aiming for an amicable divorce to expedite the process and potentially save costs. With the agreement you have already reached, chances are good that you can carry out a quick and straightforward divorce.
I am available for further advice and support. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or need legal assistance.
Sincerely,
Alexander Hartmann
Divorce Lawyer
