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Filing the Complaint: One spouse (the plaintiff) initiates the divorce process by filing a complaint for divorce with the appropriate court in Alabama. The complaint outlines the grounds for divorce and any other relevant issues such as child custody, child support, alimony, and property division.
Montgomery County Divorce Process Decide whether you can get divorced. Fill out forms and requests for "temporary orders." Bring in and "serve" the forms. "Temporary orders" are defined. Wait for your spouse's response. Participate in meetings, hearings and seminars. Submit the final decree of divorce.
A final Divorce Decree is a document that is generated by the Court and filed with the Clerk's office that proves that a couple is divorced. Requests for copies may be made in person at our Domestic Relations Division or by phone at (937) 225-4562, or by calling the Records Division at (937) 496-7762.
Mutual consent - You and your spouse can agree to divorce and sign a written agreement (called a marital settlement agreement) that resolves all issues related to alimony, marital property, and the care, custody, and support of any minor or dependent children.
6 Things to Consider Before Filing for Divorce Decide what type of divorce you're filing for. Consider if you'll need to hire a lawyer. Get your finances in order. Take steps to protect your credit. Organize and update official documents. Don't be afraid to ask for help.
For general or certified copies of divorce records, contact the Montgomery County Clerk of Courts by calling 937-496-7623 or visit the Clerk of Courts office at 41 North Perry Street.
The easiest type of divorce, which takes the least amount of time, is called an uncontested divorce. If you're able to quickly come to an agreement with your spouse about alimony and division of property, your divorce can proceed through divorce court rather quickly.