Divorce - No Children

Divorce - No Children

Generally, under Nebraska law, people can file for a divorce without the help of an attorney. The process involves filling out court forms, appearing before a judge, and if either party has property or any retirement accounts, it may get very complicated. If you do not understand how to fill out the forms and follow the court procedures, you should talk to a lawyer. There may also be Self Help Centers in the courts where you could get help with the forms and court procedures.

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How long will a divorce take?

Divorces generally take at least three months to finalize. This is because there is a sixty-day waiting period between filing and the final decree, plus scheduling generally takes at least a few weeks. Based on various factors, divorces may take much longer.

WAITING PERIOD

  • Nebraska has a 60-day waiting period for divorces, starting from when your spouse is served notice of the divorce.
  • The official notice date will be:
    • If you use VOLUNTARY APPEARANCE:
      • The date you file the signed Voluntary Appearance with the court
    • If you use SERVICE OF PROCESS
      • Or the date the Sheriff serves the Complaint and Summons to your spouse.
    • If you use CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE
      • The date of the last action taken, either posting or mailing
    • If you use NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
      • The date of the last publication of the notice in the legal newspaper. 

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Adult Name Change Packet (customizable)

To All Persons Representing themselves:

  • You are responsible for all steps.
  • You are responsible for all information provided.
  • Court staff cannot give legal advice. If legal advice is needed: click Legal Self-Help Center.
  • Court staff cannot complete the forms for me or on my behalf.
  • Court staff cannot correct any of the information I include on the forms.
  • Write clearly. Check spelling. Forms that cannot be read or are incomplete may result in the court denying your name change or additional court hearings and possibly added expense.            
  • Courts may have additional local rules. The court staff will guide you through those extra steps.  You will be required to complete them.