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  CONTESTED DIVORCE Divorce never comes easily. Even if you and your spouse get along well and approve of the procedure, there may still be issues. Divorces where the pair has genuine hostility toward one another are even worse. These divorces are rarely straightforward and can give rise to a lot of issues for months or even years before they are ultimately resolved. There is a good possibility that the divorce you are getting will be contested. Let’s explore what this implies and how it differs from uncontested divorces to get a better understanding. We’ll then go over a few points that can help you have a better result in these situations. What is the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorces? Simply stated, a contested divorce occurs when the couple is unable to reach an agreement or settlement on one or more of the key issues involved in the divorce, such as child custody, child support, alimony (known as “maintenance” in New York), or property ...