What is a non-contested divorce under Maine law?

A Maine non contested divorce is available to parties when one of the spouses is a resident of the state. A non contested divorce is one in which both parties agree to the divorce (i.e. do not contest it).

Maine Divorce Law

In Maine, the following grounds for divorce are available:

• Irreconcilable marital difficulties - no fault
• impotence
• adultery
• alcoholoism or drug addiction
• confinement for incurable insanity for seven years
• desertion for three years
• cruelty or abuse
• nonsupport whereby a spouse is able to provide support but grossly, wantonly and cruelly neglects to provide suitable maintenance

Divorce papers based on any of the above grounds can be filed in the District Court or the Superior Court of the county in which the couple resides. When the divorce is not contested, the process is much simpler, involving figuring out asset division, resolving issues such as child custody and support and signing an agreement or getting an order from the court.

Getting Legal Advice

A Maine family law attorney can give you helpful advice during this time in your life. Change is hard for all parties involved. Getting answers and guidance from an attorney can make your transition easier. An attorney can help you get the financial and other matters of your divorce in order and protect your assets.