The Boom In Divorce

But there are ways of managing a fast divorce, despite all the dangers on the way. There are a lot of factors involved, and we shall attempt to look at all of them here. As a result we will be able to touch briefly on each, but provide an overall idea about avoiding pitfalls, and looking for short-cuts. 

Terms of Divorce 

Divorce, like marriage, depends entirely on personal circumstances. Sometimes, the very conditions of a divorce make it faster for processing. It is not possible to tailor a divorce to suit a timeframe, but there is no harm in knowing something about it. 

1. If the couple is childless, there won't be all the extra time this entails. 

2. If the couple has children below 16, it will be less of a hassle, since they are obviously dependants, and the custody decisions are to be worked out through personal discussions. 

3. If the couple has an infant, then the mother will gain custody, because the baby needs her physical presence. It is best to try to settle things keeping this point in mind. 

4. If the couple does not have a major disagreement over financial matters, it would actually save their own time and money. Once a solicitor is hired, time and money are actually synonymous. 

5. Property matters can move towards a smoother settlement if all papers concerning this are clear, and the couple has a discussion among themselves before going to the lawyer. Yes, it is true that 'discussion' mostly sounds very close to a 'fight' - but it will save a huge amount if you can have the fight at home, and turn up at the solicitor's with a few points noted down, instead of a long and incoherent complaint against your spouse's avariciousness. 

6. Another minor, but often time-consuming factor, is the custody of keepsakes. Divide those gifts through mutual consent - they may be expensive - but you will raise costs more by fighting over them. 

7. If it's the rare case of a spouse maintaining no contact over the prescribed period of time, divorce procedures will automatically be quick.

It all might sound very harsh, but the truth is often cruel. It is a fact of life that couples raise their own divorce costs and prolong the process through bickering more than any other single factor in this country. 

Relations 

The next move towards getting a quickie is to have healthy relations all around. Thankfully, this trend is catching on fast, as the number of 'no blames' or 'amicable' divorces escalate. It is not merely a matter of having a mature approach towards partner, but how well you have been able to communicate with your children too. 

And last but not least, you must be able to communicate with your solicitor as effectively as with your physician. This is supposed to be a professional relation founded on trust, and achieving the perfect balance is the first step towards a quick processing of those papers. 

Research 

The importance of research, though largely realised, could still do with more awareness. There is a lot of material available on the internet, in the local counsellor's office, and in any local court - all for free. Please read up on the laws, think thoroughly on what would be the best ground for divorce, the most effective settlement of property, and most suitable arrangement for the children. Though this is an unfortunate simile, a divorce is almost like a major degree exam. If your topic is well-researched, you would be ready to tackle any question that comes your way with maximum efficiency and minimum time. 

Shopping for a Quickie 

This is the last point - and it can't be overstressed. There will be no turning back once you make the fatal mistake of making a wrong and hurried choice. Look through as many packages as you can, ransack the net, ask for the advice of friends or family who might have some information on the matter. Once you have chosen the fastest package, please check whether the firm/solicitor concerned has solved similar cases before. 

Once you are completely ready, move towards it. Remember, you are the one who will contribute the most to make it faster.