"Uncontested matters" refers to issues or topics that do not encounter any opposition or dispute. These are things that are generally agreed upon or where there is no disagreement or argument.
Full definition
Ohio's legislation simply gives the uncontested divorce process its own name and the state lays out a definitive procedure
for uncontested matters in its statutes.
It takes time to navigate the legal process, even
in uncontested matters where both spouses agree to proceed collaboratively.
These forms are most helpful for those with simple claims, especially
uncontested matters like friendly divorces or probate.
Also,
allow uncontested matters and ex-parte hearings to be heard first thing in the morning, scheduled by the attorneys filing a «Notice of Hearing».
Our practice encompasses Divorce and Family cases
from uncontested matters to full jury trials involving complex property division and / or contested child custody in the Houston, Texas area, including Harris and contiguous counties of Fort Bend and Montgomery.
However, in a
basically uncontested matter, an attorney can represent just one party and the other party can represent themselves (called proceeding «pro se»).
Spouses often employ separate lawyers to advocate on their behalf throughout the divorce proceedings, even
in uncontested matters that will not go to trial.
Also,
allow uncontested matters and ex-parte hearings to be heard first thing in the morning, scheduled by the attorneys filing a «Notice of Hearing».
In
uncontested matters, the Commission usually awards an attorney fee of $ 400 to $ 500.
She finds it rewarding to assist clients in navigating often difficult topics requiring legal and practical decisions — whether it be planning estates and trusts, handling
uncontested matters, or resolving disputes.
Even in the less adversarial realm of transactional work or
uncontested matters, like drafting basic legal documents, it is not uncommon for legal expenses and complications caused by lawyers to become the focus of all attention, instead of the legal issue or deal from which the need for legal advice grew.
If they do, they can present their written agreement to the judge when they appear for trial and their divorce will close as
an uncontested matter.
The simplified version means you've got an agreement with your spouse resolving all issues; thus, it is
an uncontested matter requiring the simplified dissolution form.
Oftentimes, for
uncontested matters, you'll be speaking with a case intake paralegal, and if it seems your case will be contested right from the get - go, you'll speak to the attorney directly.
If you and your spouse agree to the divorce or legal separation, property distribution, child support, child custody, spousal support and all other pertinent issues, your case proceeds as
an uncontested matter.
When filing a joint petition for divorce, some states require the couple to simultaneously submit a settlement agreement for
uncontested matters.
Although this can take some time, once you do so, you can be divorced just as quickly as with a simplified or
uncontested matter.