Alaska Divorce Forms & Papers

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Filing a divorce in Alaska is no different than any other state. However, one must fulfill the residential requirements of the state in order to file a divorce petition in the state. The procedure to file a divorce in Alaska has been simplified; moreover, the dissolution can also be done with the initiative of one spouse. Alaska divorce forms and papers can be obtained even online and one can also go for a do it yourself divorce all by your own. Before filing for a divorce one should be aware of the procedures and terms in order to have a hassle free divorce. It is also good to contact a lawyer and know all the procedures before taking this very important step in your life.

Residential requirements for Alaska:

The spouse filing the divorce must be a resident. The residency time limit, however, is not specified. [Alaska Statutes; Title 25, Chapters 22-10.030 and 24.080). For more information on filing a divorce see our page on how to file for divorce.

Grounds for filing a divorce in Alaska:

The legal grounds necessary for dissolution of marriage in Alaska are:

No-Fault: Incompatibility of temperament that has caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage. [Alaska Statutes; Title 25, Chapter 24.200).

Fault based grounds: Under the fault based grounds one can file a divorce for reasons such as adultery, drug abuse, mental illness that cannot be cured, unable to consummate the marriage, felony conviction, desertion for over a year, inhuman or cruel treatment, drunkenness or undignified behavior by any of the spouse.

The simplified procedure for divorce:

The spouses can jointly file a petition for divorce if the ground for filing a divorce is incompatibility of temperament. In such a case:

Both spouses should agree upon custody, support, and visitation of the children. This also involves, minor children and other settlements in case the wife is pregnant. Partners should also agree on the distribution of all the jointly owned asset and property. This includes benefits of retirement and other spousal support. Apart from it, the spouses should agree upon the payments of all the obligations, incurred by either of them or jointly.

Do It Yourself Divorce: When filing a divorce all on your own, one can either do an agreed divorce or a default divorce. These divorces can be filed regardless the reason for filing a divorce.

Agreed Divorce: In an agreed divorce both the spouses agree upon the terms and conditions of the divorce. This is the most common form of divorce in Alaska with 75% clients going for this kind of divorce. An agreed divorce needs to be signed by both the parties and they usually agreed upon terms such as Alaska child custody, Alaska property distribution or Alaska child support.

Default divorce: Default divorce on the other hand is filed by only one of the spouse. The spouse just defaults on the case. In a default divorce the spouse filing for divorce basically gets everything that is been asked for. Apart from this in a default case only the spouse filing for divorce files the divorce papers and documents.

Procedure to file a divorce in Alaska:

Divorce in Alaska can be done in three steps

• Filing the divorce: This is the first step to precede a divorce. Filing is usually done by one of the spouses and the other spouse gets a legal notification for the court about the same.
• Notifying the Spouse: The spouse filing for divorce should also notify the spouse about the divorce and try to get an agreed divorce. This would make the entire process run smoothly and without wasting much time and money.
• Attending the divorce hearing: Both the spouses need to attend the court hearing to get the divorce pronounced and to complete all the necessary formalities.

USE THESE WORDS IN THE COURT DOCUMENTS FOR ALASKA ONLY

1. Use the following words, all capital letters: SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA; JUDICIAL DISTRICT
2. Use the following words, all capital letters: PETITION FOR THE DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
3. Use the word "Petitioner'. Be sure the "P" is capitalized.
4. Use the word "Respondent". Be sure the "R" is capitalized.
5. Use the following words, all capital letters: DECREE OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
6. Use the word "County" here.

Free Alaska Divorce Forms for Download

Missing Spouse: In case if one of the spouses is missing, you can still get a divorce in Alaska. You may however need to spend extra to run an advertisement in the newspaper or similar sources to submit in the court about you efforts to locate the spouse has been exhausted.

Following divorce forms are free for download. Most of the forms are provided with instructions on how to fill the form.
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• Affidavit of Diligent Inquiry
• Appearance and Waiver of Notice of Hearing
• Affidavit and Request for Address Confidentiality
• Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity
• Affidavit of Military Service
• Affidavit of Support Received Must Be Notarized
• Alaska New Hire Reporting Form
• Application for Services of Child Support Enforcement Division
• Application for Paternity Services Packet
• Child Custody Jurisdiction Affidavit
• Child Support Guidelines Affidavit - Civic Rule 90.3
• Child Support Guidelines Affidavit
• Child Support Order
• Completion of Paternity Affidavit
• Confidentiality of Information for Domestic Violence Victims
• Certificate of Divorce,Dissolution of Marriage or Annulment
• Custodians Application for Services
• Direct Deposit or Withdrawal Information Pamphlet
• General Information for Self Litigant
• General Testimony
• Required Forms List
• Required Forms for Dissolution of Marriage with Children
• Instructions for Dissolution of Marriage with Children
• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
• Hardship Request for Lower Withholding
• How to Calculate Child Support Under Civil Rule 90.3
• Information About Child Support Enforcement Division
• Information About Child Support Enforcement Services
• Information Locate Sheet
• Instructions for Filing a Motion to Change Custody, Support or Visitation
• Instructions for Completing Affidavit of Support Received
• Instructions for Requesting That Child Support Continue While a Child is 18
• Mediation Information
• Motion to Change Custody, Support or Visitation
• Notice of Motion to Change Custody, Support or Visitation
• Non Custodial Parent Application for Service
• Order for Modification of Child Support
• Paternity Information Locate Sheet
• Petition for Review of Judicial Court Support Order
• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage - No Children
• Registration Statement
• Request for Direct Deposit or Withdrawal
• Request for Modification of Administrative Support Order
• Request for Stop Pay or Reissue
• Reply to Response
• Response to Motion
• Shared Custody Child Support Calculation
• Vacating and Administrative Order Packet
• Withdrawal from Formal Hearing
• Withdrawal of Application for Services

Required Forms List for Alaska

• Required Forms List for Requesting a Change in Child Custody, Support or Visitation
• Required Forms List for Responding to Motion to Change Child Custody, Support or Visitation
• Required Forms List for Dissolution of Marriage - No Children

• Instructions for One Spouse Filing Dissolution of Marriage When Other Spouse Cannot be Located
• Instructions to fill form for Dissolution of Marriage - No Children

Temporary Child Support Order (Domestic Violence)

• Temporary Child Support Order

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