In plain English: a divorce in which the spouses agree on all matters — finances, property, parenting, and support — either before filing or through negotiation afterward.
What this means for you: An uncontested divorce is typically faster, less expensive, and less stressful. Even if your case starts contested, reaching an agreement can convert it into an uncontested one — many attorneys (including ours) work toward that outcome with mediation and negotiation.
What it looks like in practice: once the terms are agreed, they’re written into a Marital Settlement Agreement and (if children are involved) a Parenting Plan. Those documents are presented to the court, and in many uncontested cases the parties don’t even have to appear for a long contested hearing — the judge can approve the agreement on the papers.
Watch out for: “we agree” is not the same as “the agreement is fair or complete.” A quick uncontested filing built on a handshake and a napkin can leave gaps — retirement accounts not divided, tax claims not allocated, parenting details not spelled out — that become expensive problems later. Have the written agreement reviewed before you sign.
