Uncontested Divorce in Nevada — $299 Flat Rate, No Lawyer Needed

What Is an Uncontested Divorce in Nevada?

An uncontested divorce is one where both spouses have agreed on all the major legal issues before filing. No fighting in court. No judge deciding who gets what. Just two adults who've reached an agreement — and paperwork to formalize it.

In Nevada, an uncontested divorce requires agreement on:

• Property and assets — how to divide marital property, real estate, bank accounts, vehicles, and retirement funds
• Debts — who takes responsibility for shared debt: mortgages, car loans, credit cards, student loans
• Spousal support — whether either spouse receives alimony, in what amount, and for how long
• Children (if applicable) — legal custody, physical custody, visitation schedule, and child support amounts

When every issue is settled, the divorce is "uncontested" and the court process becomes dramatically faster, cheaper, and simpler than contested litigation.

Why Nevada Is the Best State for Uncontested Divorce

If you've agreed on everything, Nevada is one of the fastest and most affordable states to finalize your divorce. Here's why:

• No mandatory waiting period — many states require 60–90 days after filing before a judge can sign. Nevada has none. Once the paperwork is processed, it's final.
• Only 6 weeks residency — California requires six months. Florida requires six months. Nevada only requires 6 consecutive weeks for at least one spouse.
• No-fault state — you cite "irreconcilable differences." No proving infidelity, no documenting wrongdoing. Clean and private.
• No court appearance required — for uncontested cases, a judge reviews and signs your decree based on written submissions alone.

Uncontested Divorce Costs in Nevada — What You'll Actually Pay

The total cost of an uncontested Nevada divorce has two components: document preparation and court filing. Here's the full breakdown:

Compare that to Hello Divorce ($699+ for document prep alone), LegalZoom ($499–$2,000+ depending on package), or a traditional divorce attorney ($3,000–$15,000+ for an uncontested case). CourtFree is the most affordable option that still produces professionally prepared, court-ready documents.

What CourtFree Includes

Your $299 covers all documents required for an uncontested Nevada divorce, generated in about 15 minutes:

• Joint Petition for Divorce — the primary filing document, signed by both spouses, stating your agreed terms
• Decree of Divorce — the court order the judge signs to legally dissolve your marriage
• Family Court Cover Sheet — required for all Nevada family court submissions
• Acceptance of Service — lets your spouse formally acknowledge the divorce papers without hiring a process server
• County-specific filing instructions — exact instructions for your courthouse, including where to go and what to bring

The Uncontested Nevada Divorce Timeline

Here's what the process looks like from start to finish:

Eligibility: Do You Qualify for Uncontested?

Before you start, confirm these requirements are met:

• At least one spouse has lived in Nevada for 6+ consecutive weeks immediately before filing
• Both spouses agree on all major issues — property, debts, support, and (if applicable) all child-related matters
• You're filing on no-fault grounds (irreconcilable differences) — no fault needs to be proven or alleged in Nevada
• No unresolved domestic violence protective orders that would complicate the filing

The Step-by-Step Filing Process

• 1
  Confirm your agreement on all issues Sit down with your spouse and make sure you've agreed on property, debts, support, and any child-related matters. Document your agreement before starting.
• 2
  Complete the CourtFree questionnaire Answer plain-language questions about your marriage and agreements. Takes about 15 minutes. No legal knowledge required.
• 3
  Download your court-ready documents ($299) All required Nevada uncontested divorce forms are generated instantly — pre-filled with your information, formatted for your county's court system.
• 4
  Both spouses print and sign Print all documents. Both spouses sign the Joint Petition. Some forms may require notarization — your county instructions will specify.
• 5
  File at your Nevada District Court Bring signed documents to the Clerk's office. Pay the court filing fee. Get your copies stamped and your case number assigned.
• 6
  Complete service of process Your spouse signs the Acceptance of Service (included in your package). This confirms they've received the divorce papers without requiring a formal process server.
• 7
  Receive your Decree of Divorce (4–8 weeks) A judge reviews your paperwork and signs the Decree. For uncontested cases, no hearing is required. Your divorce is final when the judge signs.

Common Questions

• What makes a Nevada divorce "uncontested"? +
  A Nevada divorce is uncontested when both spouses agree on all major issues before filing: division of marital property and debts, whether spousal support applies, and (if children are involved) custody, visitation, and child support. When there are no disputes, the case is processed on written submissions alone — no court hearing required.
• How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Nevada? +
  With CourtFree, document preparation is $299. Add the court filing fee (~$217–$299 depending on county) and your total is approximately $516–$598. Compare that to Hello Divorce ($699+ for documents), LegalZoom ($499–$2,000+), or a divorce attorney ($3,000–$15,000+).
• How long does an uncontested Nevada divorce take? +
  An uncontested divorce in Nevada typically finalizes within 4–8 weeks after filing. Nevada has no mandatory waiting period after filing — one of the shortest timelines in the US. The exact duration depends on your county court's current caseload.
• Do I need to appear in court for an uncontested Nevada divorce? +
  No. For most uncontested Nevada divorces, a judge reviews and signs the Decree of Divorce based on your written submissions alone. You do not need to appear in court. This is one of the biggest advantages of filing an uncontested divorce in Nevada.
• What are Nevada's residency requirements for divorce? +
  At least one spouse must have lived in Nevada for a minimum of 6 consecutive weeks before filing. This is one of the shortest residency requirements in the US. Nevada is also a no-fault divorce state — you only need to cite "irreconcilable differences."
• Can we file an uncontested divorce with children? +
  Yes. You can file an uncontested Nevada divorce with children as long as both parents agree on all child-related issues: legal and physical custody, visitation schedule, and child support amounts. CourtFree includes child-related sections in the questionnaire.
• What if we can't agree on everything? +
  If you can't agree on all major issues, the divorce becomes "contested" and requires additional court proceedings. Consider working with a mediator to reach full agreement. Once all terms are settled, CourtFree can prepare your uncontested filing documents for $299.
• Does CourtFree work for divorces with complex property? +
  CourtFree works best for uncontested divorces where the terms have already been agreed upon. If you have complex assets (business interests, multiple real estate properties, significant retirement accounts), consider consulting with an attorney about your rights before reaching an agreement, then use CourtFree to prepare the documents once you're aligned.