Other States Laws :

If you file for a Contested Divorce in New York, California or in other states, You must have “grounds” (legal reasons) to file for a divorce, and you must have a “witness” to testify for you with strong reasons. The Court tends not to grant your divorce. Also, it may take about 3-4 years, and cost you about $30,000.00-$50,000.00 in attorney fees, because attorney fees range from $200.00-$400.00 per hour.

In New York, California or in other states, you must have the following grounds (legal reasons) to file for a divorce, which is the reason why it is time and money consuming.

1.Cruel and inhuman
2.Abandonment
3.Adultery
4.Imprisonment for three years

For a contested divorce in New York, you must solve the following seven (7)issues before the Judge will sign the Judgment of Decree.

1. Grounds (legal reasons for divorce)
2. Fault
3. Custody
4. Visitation/ Parenting Time
5. Child Support
6. Maintenance/ Alimony
7. Equitable Distribution