Types of Divorce in Hawaii
Contested, Uncontested, Collaborative Divorce
If you are contemplating divorce, or if your spouse is seeking a divorce, you need an experienced, knowledgeable divorce lawyer in Hawaii to advise you of your rights. The divorce attorneys at The Law Practice of Jackie Kong in Hawaii have the experience and the skill to represent you efficiently and effectively.
Contested and Uncontested Divorce
A divorce can be "contested," "uncontested," or "collaborative." A contested divorce in Hawaii is one in which one party objects to the divorce, as its name suggests. An uncontested divorce is one in which neither party objects to the divorce. Hawaii is a no-fault divorce state; there are two grounds for divorce — an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage or living separate. In order to qualify for a divorce on the grounds of living separate, there are certain criteria that must be met, relating to the length and finality of the separation.
Collaborative Divorce in Hawaii
A Hawaii collaborative divorce is a process in which the divorcing spouses negotiate, with professional help, a settlement agreement. Specially trained collaborative attorneys represent both sides, and assist in negotiating the settlement agreement. Both parties and their attorneys sign an agreement that requires the attorneys to withdraw from the representation if a settlement is not reached and the case goes to court. Once an agreement is reached, the legal part of the divorce becomes a relatively simple, uncontested divorce that doesn’t require a trial. Collaboration can reduce the bitterness and expense of divorce, as well as shorten the time for finalizing the arrangement.
