Frequently Asked Questions

Drama-Free Divorce Answers Your Questions About Divorce

How Long Does it Take to Get Divorced?

There is a 30-day waiting period in Missouri and a 60-day waiting period in Kansas after filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Once your divorce file has been opened in either Kansas or Missouri, you can expect to be divorced in 90 days.

How Expensive is it to Get Divorced? What About With Children Involved?

When you partner with Drama-Free Divorce, divorce could cost you less than $3,000. We offer three divorce plans, whether you are in Kansas or Missouri. Our plans without children could cost between $500 and $2,000, and our plans involving children could go between $2,500 and $2,995.

How Will Our Assets be Split? Is Asset Splitting Fair?

Property division though an uncontested divorce will be done according to your wishes and your spouse. If you two are on the same page, assets will be split in a fair manner depending on what you both agree upon. An uncontested divorce will ensure that property division does not go to court.

How Do I Start the Divorce Process in Kansas or Missouri?

To start the divorce process, no matter if you are in Kansas or Missouri, the first thing you must do is begin the intake process. That is as simple as contacting our Drama-Free Divorce team.

How Do I Ensure Custody of My Child[ren]?

Through an uncontested divorce, the custody of your children will be amicably decided by you and your spouse. An uncontested divorce ensures you are both on the same page. These are the couples we partner with at Drama-Free Divorce to ensure the best for you and your children.

What Can I Expect the Process of Drama-Free Divorce to Be Like?

Our goal is to make this as easy as possible. You will give us some basic information, and we will do all the work from there, with usually no court appearances necessary.

What Kind of Divorce Cases Does Drama-Free Divorce Take?

We can take divorce, child custody and paternity, divorce modifications, and property division.

Can Drama-Free Divorce Help if We Need Child Support With Our Divorce?

Yes, Drama-Free Divorce will explain the calculation and help find the best resolution possible. When it comes to children, we always want to ensure that the best interests of the child/children are taken into consideration. We can help you find the ideal resolution possible when it comes to co-parenting, child support and parenting plans.

What’s The Difference Between a Typical Contested Divorce and an Uncontested Divorce?

A contested divorce is when all assets, debts, and custody matters can be litigated. An uncontested divorce through Drama-Free Divorce is for parties who can come to an agreement in all aspects of their assets, debts, and child custody, if applicable.

Who is Drama-Free Divorce a Good Fit For?

Drama-Free Divorce is tailored to those who have a desire to divorce amicably. It’s truly meant for those who want to transition to their next chapter with compromise and grace.

Who is Drama-Free Divorce Not a Good Fit For?

You believe your spouse is hiding money.
You believe one spouse has committed marital misconduct.
A business is involved that requires valuation.
There is a disagreement as to the value of any assets.
There is a disagreement regarding any parenting plan or custody arrangement.

Can Drama-Free Divorce Mediate My Divorce?

Drama-Free Divorce does NOT mediate your dispute. We can refer you to a mediator, and then draft and file all settlement documents once you come to a final agreement. The goal of Drama-Free Divorce is to work with couples who would like to divorce amicably. If you need help working through certain aspects of your divorce, we can refer you to a mediator prior to you engaging with Drama-Free Divorce. Once you finish the mediation process, Drama-Free Divorce will assist you in finalizing your divorce.

What Counties Do You Serve?

We currently serve the Kansas City area, including counties of Jackson, Clay, Cass, and Platte in Missouri and Johnson County in Kansas.

Move On. Drama-Free.

Take the first steps towards a simple, stress-free, uncontested divorce with Drama-Free Divorce. If you have questions or wish to start the process, contact our attorneys.

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