The divorce process starts with the plaintiff filing a Summons with Notice and serving it to the defendant. Automatic restraining orders are applied to both parties once the process begins. The defendant must respond, leading to a preliminary conference to schedule the discovery phase, where parties exchange relevant information. The discovery phase concludes with a compliance conference to ensure readiness for trial. If prepared, the plaintiff files a certificate of readiness, and a trial date is set. During the trial, both parties present evidence and testimony. The court then issues a decision, and a judgment of divorce is prepared and signed by both parties to finalize the divorce.

How Long Does a Divorce Take in New York City?

The average time to get a divorce in New York is 9.5 months, which is less than the national average of 11 months. The average time for an uncontested divorce in New York is roughly three months. Some uncontested divorces can be resolved in as little as six weeks.

What is a Wife Entitled to in a Divorce in New York?

In New York, a wife is entitled to an equitable distribution of marital property: the allocation of assets acquired during the marriage. The New York legal system prefers not to favor one party over the other, particularly in separations involving children or family members who depend on the divorcing couple.

What are the Grounds for Divorce in New York City?

New York allows for both no-fault and fault-based divorces. No-fault divorces are based on the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage for at least six months. Fault-based grounds include adultery, cruel and inhuman treatment, abandonment, imprisonment, and divorce due to a legal separation agreement.

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