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Everything we’ve written about divorce in Arkansas, organized by what you’re trying to do. Each guide is written in plain English, for Arkansas, by people who want you to get through this without it wrecking you financially. Not sure where to begin? Start with the filing guide.
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How to file for divorce in Arkansas
The steps in order, a forms checklist, costs, and when you need a lawyer.
Arkansas divorce forms
Every form, what it does, who files it, and the order to do them.
Free forms or ArkansasLegalNow?
Legal Aid’s packet, court forms and our service, side by side.
Know the rules
Grounds, residency and the waiting period
The legal reasons for divorce in Arkansas, in plain English.
How long a divorce takes
Uncontested versus contested, and what causes delays.
What a divorce costs
Court fees, lawyers versus self-help, and how to save.
Specific situations
Divorce by affidavit
Skipping the court hearing when you and your spouse agree.
Getting a copy of your decree
Where to ask, what to have ready, and certified copies.
The paperwork
The Complaint for Divorce
What it says and how to fill it out.
The Affidavit of Financial Means
Income, expenses, assets and debts, in plain English.
Settlement agreement: what to include
How specific to be, and what happens after you sign.
Divorce forms with children
Parenting plan, child support and the extra forms.
Other paths
Annulment or divorce?
Who qualifies for an annulment, and why most people file for divorce.
Legal separation or divorce?
Staying married with a court order, and the trade-offs.
Mediation or going to court?
Control, cost, privacy and timeline compared.
How to prepare for mediation
Your finances, your parenting plan and low-cost options.
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You answer questions. We generate the paperwork. It’s free to start, and you pay $49 to $99 only when your document is complete. If your situation involves safety concerns, a business, retirement accounts or a spouse you can’t find, talk to an attorney or Legal Aid first.