Separation Update (2021)

The question that most people ask who are entering the same situation I am in is, how long did your divorce take?

To address my situation, I need to explain a few things. I am physically separated from my spouse. We do not live in the same household anymore. However, we are still legally married.

I am still going forward with a divorce. We are having an amicable one so far. The process itself has been 5 months and counting. But I’ve been separated for 14 months as of today.

One reason getting started took a while for me is that I relocated to a different state. I had to have residency for 6 months before starting the process. Then I had to find a mediator and save money. Divorce is not cheap!

My mediator costs $500 for 2 hours. Then $1,750 for the creation of the court documents. There was an appointment we both couldn’t make. If both can not attend the appointment the day of, it has to be canceled and rescheduled. That added a $250 cancellation fee.

And it will be another $500 to finish with the mediator. Unless we need a longer or additional session. And mine is considered an affordable divorce.

To listen to the podcast, go to this link: Separation Update (7/2021) by New Beginnings with Tai (anchor.fm)

Last Edited: July 10, 2021

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