How long does the divorce process take?

The length of the divorce process can vary depending on whether the parties agree on matters such as child custody, parent-time, asset and debt division, and alimony.  If the parties agree on the terms of the divorce, the process can take a short time. Utah law requires 30 days to elapse between the date the petition is filed and the date the court can enter the divorce decree. However, a party can ask the court to waive the waiting period under extraordinary circumstances. If matters are disputed, the divorce can take much longer, and the case could end up being decided by a judge at trial over a year later.  Often parties are able to resolve their disputes at mediation and obtain a final decree of divorce within 4-6 months.

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