How to File for Divorce in Nebraska
Complete guide to Nebraska dissolution of marriage, forms, and requirements for 2025
Steps to File for Divorce in Nebraska
1
Meet Residency Requirements
One spouse must have been a Nebraska resident for at least 1 year before filing (or married in Nebraska and one spouse lived there since).
2
File the Complaint
File a Complaint for Dissolution of Marriage with the District Court. Nebraska only allows no-fault divorce (irretrievably broken).
3
Serve Your Spouse
Your spouse must be served with the complaint. They have 30 days to respond.
4
Complete Disclosures
Exchange financial affidavits and other required disclosures.
5
Attend Hearings
Attend required hearings. Mediation may be ordered for contested issues.
6
Finalize After 60-Day Wait
After the 60-day waiting period and resolution of issues, receive your Decree of Dissolution.
Nebraska Divorce Requirements
Residency Requirement
1 Year
One spouse must have been a Nebraska resident for at least 1 year.
Waiting Period
60 Days
Nebraska requires a 60-day waiting period from filing before finalization.
Filing Fees
$150
Filing fee is approximately $150. Fee waivers available.
Required Nebraska Divorce Forms
Complaint for Dissolution
Primary form to initiate divorce
Summons
Notice to respondent
Financial Affidavit
Income and assets disclosure
Parenting Plan
Custody arrangement if applicable
Child Support Worksheet
Nebraska guidelines calculation
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Nebraska
Uncontested Divorce
- Both spouses agree
- 60 days minimum
- Submit agreement
- Brief hearing
- Lower costs
- Faster process
Contested Divorce
- Spouses disagree
- Takes longer
- Discovery required
- Multiple hearings
- May need trial
- Higher costs
Important Things to Know
Nebraska is a pure no-fault state following equitable distribution. The 1-year residency requirement is among the longest in the country, but waived if you were married in Nebraska.
Nebraska-Specific Considerations
- Nebraska is an equitable distribution state
- 60-day mandatory waiting period
- Pure no-fault divorce state
- 1-year residency (or married in state)
- Parenting education required with children
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