Petition for Dissolution of Marriage Template

In the [Name of Court] Court of [County], [State]

Case No.: __________________________

Petitioner: [Full Name of Petitioner]
Respondent: [Full Name of Respondent]

1. Parties

1. The Petitioner, [Petitioner’s Full Name], resides at [Address, City, State, ZIP].

2. The Respondent, [Respondent’s Full Name], resides at [Address, City, State, ZIP].

3. The parties were lawfully married on [Marriage Date] in [City, State].

4. There are [number] minor children born or adopted during the marriage:

   • [Full Name, Date of Birth]

   • [Full Name, Date of Birth]

2. Grounds for Dissolution

The marriage is irretrievably broken due to [state grounds — e.g., irreconcilable differences, incompatibility, or fault-based reasons if applicable]. There is no reasonable likelihood of reconciliation.

3. Property and Debts

The Petitioner requests equitable division of marital property and debts as follows:

• Marital Property: [List of assets, real estate, vehicles, bank accounts, etc.]

• Marital Debts: [List of loans, credit cards, mortgages, etc.]

4. Child Custody and Support

1. The Petitioner requests [sole/joint] legal custody of the minor children.

2. The Petitioner requests [sole/joint] physical custody with reasonable visitation rights for the other parent.

3. The Petitioner requests child support in accordance with state guidelines.

5. Spousal Support

The Petitioner [does/does not] request spousal support (alimony). If requested, provide details:

• Monthly Amount: $[Amount]

• Duration: [Specify duration or “until further order of the court”]

6. Restoration of Name (if applicable)

The Petitioner requests restoration of their former name: [Previous Name].

7. Request for Relief

The Petitioner respectfully requests that the Court:

• Dissolve the marriage between the parties.

• Approve the proposed division of property and debts.

• Establish child custody and support orders as proposed.

• Award spousal support as requested.

• Grant any other relief the Court deems just and proper.

Date: __________________________
Petitioner’s Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: __________________________
Address: __________________________
Phone Number: __________________________
Email: __________________________

Verification
I, [Petitioner’s Name], affirm that the facts stated in this Petition are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Signature: __________________________
Date: __________________________