Official-source reviewed guide

Tennessee Uncontested Divorce Checklist

A state-specific checklist for self-represented Tennessee filers who agree on the major divorce terms and want a clearer paperwork path before filing.

General information only. DivorceReady is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.

Filing court

Circuit Court or Chancery Court

Divorce cases in Tennessee are filed through the proper Circuit Court or Chancery Court or local court process.

Court filing fee

Varies by county and court; confirm the current filing fee with the Circuit or Chancery Court clerk

Court fees are separate from DivorceReady document-preparation pricing and can change by county.

Waiting period

60 days before hearing if there are no minor children; 90 days before hearing if minor children are involved

This is the state timing rule shown in the reviewed state profile. Court schedules can add time.

Filing path

Local Tennessee Circuit or Chancery Court filing

Tennessee filing fees, local cover sheets, e-filing availability, hearing scheduling, and parenting-plan or child-support requirements can vary by county. Confirm final filing instructions with the Circuit or Chancery Court clerk.

The short version

An uncontested Tennessee divorce usually starts with confirming residency, preparing the correct starting forms, documenting spouse agreement, filing with the proper court, completing service or waiver, waiting the required time, and submitting final documents for court review.

1

Check eligibility

Confirm your divorce is uncontested and that the Tennessee residency rule fits your situation.

2

Prepare documents

Build the COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE, settlement terms, and final decree or judgment documents.

3

Review before payment

Review your answers and document packet preview before paying for document generation.

4

File with the court

Submit the completed packet through the proper Circuit Court or Chancery Court filing path for your county.

5

Finish court steps

Complete service or waiver steps, observe the 60 days before hearing if there are no minor children; 90 days before hearing if minor children are involved timing rule, and follow final court instructions.

Before you start a Tennessee uncontested divorce

A Tennessee divorce may be filed when the divorce grounds occurred while the plaintiff was a Tennessee resident, or when the grounds occurred outside Tennessee and either spouse lived in Tennessee for 6 months before filing.

Confirm both spouses agree on the divorce.
Decide whether children, property, debts, or support are involved.
Gather names, addresses, marriage date, separation date, and county information.

Documents to prepare in Tennessee

The core packet usually includes a starting divorce document, service or waiver paperwork, settlement terms, and a final decree or judgment. DivorceReady uses the reviewed Tennessee state profile to label and organize the packet.

COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE
MARITAL DISSOLUTION AGREEMENT
FINAL DECREE OF DIVORCE

Filing, service, and waiting period

Tennessee filing is handled through Local Tennessee Circuit or Chancery Court filing. The current state profile lists the waiting period as 60 days before hearing if there are no minor children; 90 days before hearing if minor children are involved and the filing fee as Varies by county and court; confirm the current filing fee with the Circuit or Chancery Court clerk.

Confirm county filing instructions.
Complete service, waiver, or acceptance rules.
Track court deadlines and final-hearing instructions.

Document packet preview

What DivorceReady helps prepare for Tennessee

COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE

Tennessee Courts court-approved divorce forms / local court forms

Summons / Waiver of Service

Notice, waiver, acceptance, or service paperwork where available

MARITAL DISSOLUTION AGREEMENT

Property, debts, support, and agreed divorce terms

FINAL DECREE OF DIVORCE

Final judgment, decree, or order template for court review

PERMANENT PARENTING PLAN ORDER

Included when minor children are part of the case

Tennessee filing checklist

Self-represented filing steps and court-fee reminders

Source-backed legal information

Tennessee Authority & Review Notes

This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.

Last reviewed

August 31, 2026

Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026

Reviewed by

DivorceReady Editorial Review Team

Editorial QC, source checks, and product-language review.

Attorney review

Prepared for future reviewer attribution

Attorney-review structure prepared; no attorney reviewer is currently assigned.

What DivorceReady Prepares

  • Tennessee divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
  • Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
  • Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.

What Users Must File/Pay Separately

  • File the signed document packet with the Tennessee court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
  • Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
  • Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.

DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I gather before starting a Tennessee divorce?

Gather spouse details, addresses, marriage dates, county information, property and debt lists, children information if applicable, and any signed agreements.

Can I use this checklist if my spouse disagrees?

This checklist is built for uncontested cases. If your spouse disagrees on property, custody, support, or signing requirements, speak with a licensed attorney.

Can DivorceReady give legal advice about my Tennessee divorce?

No. DivorceReady is a document preparation service, not a law firm. The content is general self-help information and does not replace advice from a licensed attorney.

Are Tennessee court filing fees included?

No. DivorceReady document preparation pricing is separate. Court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and local clerk charges are paid separately to the court or provider. The reviewed state profile currently lists the filing fee as Varies by county and court; confirm the current filing fee with the Circuit or Chancery Court clerk.

DivorceReady.online is a document preparation service. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice.

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