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To get a no-fault divorce in Kansas you need to state in the Petition for Divorce that ?the parties are incompatible.? There are also two fault-based grounds for divorce: (1) failure to perform a material marital duty or obligation, and (2) incompatibility due to mental illness or mental incapacity.

In Kansas, there is a minimum 60 day waiting period between filing for divorce and finalizing the divorce. For the divorce to be considered final, the Judge must sign the Decree of Divorce, and it must be filed with the Clerk of the District Court.

Uncontested divorces are much faster and cheaper than traditional divorce?spouses can often use a DIY solution like an online divorce service. They do, though, also have the option of getting professional help from an attorney or mediator.

AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLETION OF PUBLICATION SERVICE Instructions for Filing Divorce. Civil Cover Sheet. Self-Represented Litigant Certification Form. Petition. Voluntary Entry of Appearance. Request and Service Instructions. Summons & Return of Service. Return of Service by Return Receipt.

How Long Does Divorce Take in Kansas? Once you file for divorce, you'll need to wait at least sixty (60) days before a judge will grant your divorce. This 60-day waiting period applies even if you and your spouse have reached an agreement on all terms of your divorce.

The filing fee to initiate a divorce proceeding in Kansas is approximately $200. There is an additional fee for serving papers on the other spouse if they choose not to cooperate. A family law attorney will often charge anywhere from $300 to $400 an hour depending on the attorney.