Maryland Divorce Forms – Without Children

For uncontested divorce proceedings in Maryland where children are not involved, specific documents and legal language are necessary. While Maryland law doesn't require a "Parenting Plan" in these cases, several other documents will be needed for the final divorce decree.

Generally, an uncontested divorce case in Maryland without children involves the following documents, although this list might not cover every personal situation or set of circumstances:

Typically required documents are:

1. Complaint for Absolute Divorce
2. Domestic Relations Affidavit
3. Answer to Complaint for Absolute Divorce
4. Joint Statement of the Parties Concerning Marital and Non-Marital Property
   
5. Report of Absolute Divorce or Annulment of Marriage
   
6. Joint Request to Schedule an Uncontested Divorce Hearing
   
7. County Court Specific Cover Sheet and related documents/forms
   
8. Standing Order
   
9. Notice of Contempt Hearing and Order
   
10. Separation Agreement or Marital Settlement Agreement
    
11. Final Divorce Decree
    

In situations where retirement accounts are being divided, the court may require a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). Furthermore, there could be additional beneficial documents to complete as part of the divorce process, even if they're not required by or submitted to the court. One common example is a quit claim deed. This document is used when one spouse is awarded real property (house/land), and it transfers the other spouse’s interests in the property to the spouse who was awarded the real property.

It's important to remember that many factors determine what documents are necessary in any divorce case, as well as what language should or shouldn't be contained within these documents. Read our recommendation by clicking here to learn how to get legally accurate and complete case documents online.