Prior to filing a divorce lawsuit in Arkansas, you should be living separated for at least 18 months and you must have a solid reason for your divorce application. Couples who are in mutual agreement for their divorce, child custody, and money matters can have a divorce more quickly and with less expense. Divorce in Arkansas is heard by the court for final judgment after finishing all the formalities. Divorce Preparation The legal divorce preparation in Arkansas involves drafting separation agreement including child custody, property division, spousal support, child support, etc. You can include all the terms that both parties agree in the draft. The writing should be signed by both parties if you are agreeing with all the terms mentioned in the agreement. The agreement will be considered in the court for legally binding and for enforcing the rights. If both parties don't agree on the terms, both have to undergo the court proceedings and wait for the final outcome from the cou...