If a settlement is reached before trial, one of the spouses must still appear in court and
present brief testimony to finalize the divorce, which you lawyer can do.
If you and your wife reach a settlement agreement, the final hearing usually only involves
some brief testimony indicating that you entered into the agreement voluntarily.
If you and your spouse are in agreement, you can generally give
some brief testimony in court and end your marriage if you already have a signed property settlement agreement or you have a judgment for separate maintenance that resolves all marital issues.