| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| How does DivorceWriter work? |
| First, complete the basic pre-purchase portion of the online interview. Then, set up your... more |
| Will my documents be completed or will I have to fill them out myself when I receive them? |
| For the most part, your DivorceWriter documents arrive completed with the information that... more |
| What happens after I receive my DivorceWriter documents? |
| Just follow the step-by-step instructions included with your DivorceWriter package, which ... more |
| How do I make changes to my documents after receiving my self-prepared DivorceWriter package? |
| If you want to make changes to any of your documents after receiving them in the mail, you... more |
| Can I use DivorceWriter in my state? |
| DivorceWriter offers documents for the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Calif... more |
| Will DivorceWriter documents work in my state and/or in my situation? |
| DivorceWriter's goal is to provide self-help divorce documents. However, DivorceWriter is ... more |
| I finished the online interview. How long will it take to receive my documents? |
| DivorceWriter promptly ships your document package to you via Priority Mail the next busin... more |
| What is the online interview? |
| In as little as 10-15 minutes, the online interview allows you to enter the information ne... more |
| I want to use DivorceWriter to prepare my own divorce documents. What do I do next? |
| To get started, click on "Start the Process" above. You will be taken to our online inter... more |
| What if I need additional documents that were not included in my DivorceWriter package? |
| Contact customer service at info@divorcewriter.com with the name or form number of the the... more |
| How do I change my password? |
| To change your password you must first log back into your account using the login section ... more |
| How do I make changes to my existing DivorceWriter account? |
| If you already have a DivorceWriter account and need to make changes to your online interv... more |
| Does DivorceWriter provide documents for annulments? |
| No. DivorceWriter does not currently provide documents for annulments. |
| How much does DivorceWriter cost? |
| The DivorceWriter fee is just $149. |
| STATE PROCEDURES |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| Do any documents require notarization? |
| The filing instructions included with your DivorceWriter package will provide additional i... more |
| What are the signature requirements for the documents I will receive? |
| The state-specific filing procedures included in the DivorceWriter package indicate which ... more |
| What if my spouse and I don't live in the same state? |
| As long as one spouse meets the residency requirements for the state where the divorce wil... more |
| Do I have to divorce in the state where I was married? |
| No. You can divorce in any state where you or your spouse meet the divorce residency requi... more |
| CUSTODY, VISITATION, SUPPORT |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| What is the difference between child support and spousal support? |
| Spousal support is paid to one spouse by the other for the support and care of the receivi... more |
| We have agreed that one spouse will pay spousal support to the other. What are some options? |
| Two common ways for one spouse to receive spousal support payments from the other are (1) ... more |
| Can we specify how we will claim our child(ren) for income tax purposes? |
| The DivorceWriter online interview allows you to designate which spouse will claim your mi... more |
| We have children. Can I still use DivorceWriter? |
| Yes, you can use DivorceWriter to create your divorce forms even if you have children. Th... more |
| We have received our documents, but have decided that we do not want any parenting time schedule. Is this possible? |
| The DivorceWriter online interview, which you completed previously, was designed to accomm... more |
| Do I have to pay income tax on spousal support payments that I receive? |
| For federal income tax purposes, spousal support is commonly considered taxable income for... more |
| PROPERTY AND DEBTS |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| Can I receive a portion of my spouse's retirement plan even though his/her retirement is several years away? |
| The most common way for one spouse to secure the right to a portion of the other spouse's ... more |
| Do we have to list the debts we have agreed to divide? |
| About 30% of DivorceWriter customers list debts. The debts listed will appear on the sett... more |
| We want to transfer real estate into only one spouse's name. Do we need a Quit Claim Deed? |
| Generally, if you want to transfer jointly held real estate into the name of only one spou... more |
| Can we divide/list as many items of personal property as we want? |
| Choose to list all, some, or no property. The customer decides which property, if any, to ... more |
| Do I need to list the legal description of my real estate? |
| It is generally sufficient to just list the physical address of the property (street, city... more |
| SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| I received my DivorceWriter package today, but I'm not sure I want to file for divorce right away. How how long are these papers good for? |
| Unsigned divorce documents do not have an expiration date per se. Applicable time periods... more |
| I can't find my spouse. Can I still use DivorceWriter? |
| DivorceWriter is designed for couples who have reached an agreement on all issues and who ... more |
| I am not sure my marriage was legal. Do I even need a divorce? |
| DivorceWriter is for people who want to end their marriages. If you have any questions reg... more |
| What if I have an out of state driver’s license or no license at all? |
| If the spouse who files for divorce does not have a valid in-state driver’s license it may... more |
| My spouse is currently incarcerated. Can we still use DivorceWriter? |
| DivorceWriter documents must be signed by both husband and wife. As long as your spouse is... more |
| How do we get documents notarized in a foreign country? |
| The meaning of the term "notary" varies widely from country to country. To find a Notary ... more |
| ADDITIONAL RESOURCES |
| (Hint: To see more help topics select a state in Step 1 above) |
| Where can I find additional help? |
| Additional help is available at: www.findlegalhelp.org |
