Divorce Law
Nebraska Divorce Attorney
The decision to divorce is never easy. In addition to the emotional stress, there are complex legal matters for which spouses must find solutions. We help families in the Central Nebraska area plan their post-divorce futures, dealing with child custody, child support, property division, and alimony.
Attempting to resolve these matters on your own may jeopardize your ability to obtain the best outcome for you and your loved ones. It is crucial to work with an experienced Nebraska divorce lawyer familiar with family law and Nebraska divorce proceedings.
Having a legal ally to provide counsel not only provides stability and relieves worry, but it will maximize your chance of reaching a divorce settlement that benefits you.
Steps to Getting a Divorce in Nebraska
01 Initial Filings
Supernaw Law will seek to understand your particular situation and goals. A complaint for dissolution, along with other required paperwork, will be prepared and filed with the proper court. If appropriate for the situation, a motion for temporary orders will also be prepared and filed. A motion for temporary orders will set forth the rights and responsibilities of each parent until there is a final order.
02 Initial Hearing
If a motion for temporary order has been filed, there will be a hearing within 10 days of the motion being filed. At the hearing, the judge will issue a temporary order on the case that will be in place while the case is pending. The temporary order usually deals with the issues of child custody and visitation.
03 Develop a Parenting Plan
During this step, the parents will try to resolve their differences and establish a parenting plan that will deal with legal custody, physical custody, and parenting time. If the parents are not able to agree, a mediator can often help the parents work through their differences. Both parents will also need to take a parenting class.
04 Property Settlement
At this point, the division of marital assets and debts will be negotiated. This step often includes an exchange of information between the spouses called “discovery”.
05 Final Hearing/Decree
If the spouses reach an agreement, settlement paperwork is prepared for the judge's signature. If no agreement is reached, a final hearing will be held where the judge will decide any remaining issues.
06 Final Steps
Spouses must comply with any action required by the decree, such as refinancing debts, retitling property, or other required action.
