I want to get a divorce - what do I do?

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Which forms will I need?

You will need three copies of Form D8 (divorce petition).

If you have children you will also need three copies of Form D8A (statement of arrangements for the children).

One copy of these forms is for you to keep, one copy is for the court, and one copy is for the court to send to your husband or wife.

If you are divorcing your husband or wife because of their adultery with someone you are naming in your petition, you will also need a copy of the petition for that person.

The Form D8 notes will help you fill in your petition.

If you think you may not have to pay a fee you will need Form EX160 (application for a fee exemption or remission).

Divorce county courts also have all these forms. They will give them to you free.

Form D8 - click on image to enlarge. This shows what a completed form looks like.