Next, you need to fill out the forms you got from the court (or online). The Divorce Information Sheet is at the front of the forms packet - it gives you some important information. Read it carefully.
Here are some helpful tips about filling out these forms:
You can get fillable forms online, except for the Summons. You must get the Summons form from the Court Clerk. The Court charges $5.00 for a signed Summons form.
Get the other forms you need (including instructions) here: Maine Divorce without Children Forms (fillable .pdf's and "interview-and-answer" automated forms ).
We provide this information for low-income people who cannot afford to hire lawyers. We recommend that you consult a lawyer if you can afford one.
Also, you should try to get a lawyer if your divorce involves:
You may want to try to do it yourself if:
We offer this classroom to help you through the process of getting a divorce in Maine. We hope that this will help you feel more confident about dealing with the legal system.
You may use this classroom if:
Step-by-step guide to Maine divorce and parental rights (unmarried parent) cases.
