Contested Divorce
A contested divorce is one where the spouses cannot agree on one or more key issues — such as property division, alimony, time-sharing, or child support — so a judge has to decide them. These cases usually involve more steps, including discovery, mediation, and possibly a trial, which makes them longer and more expensive than an uncontested case. Our firm focuses on $750 flat-fee uncontested divorces; if your case is contested, you would typically need different representation.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
A dissolution of marriage proceeding in which the parties dispute one or more material issues, requiring judicial resolution through litigation rather than a fully agreed marital settlement agreement.
Example
Because they couldn't agree on how to split the business, their case became a contested divorce that went to trial.
Related Statutes
- 61.052
Related Terms
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