New Albany Dissolution of Marriage

Dissolution of marriage cases in New Albany are filed at the Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk's office, located right in the city since New Albany serves as the Floyd County seat. The Clerk's office keeps all dissolution case records from the initial petition through the final decree, and those records are available to the public under Indiana law. New Albany sits along the Ohio River directly across from Louisville, Kentucky, which puts it in a busy cross-state metro area where family law matters come up often.

Where to File in New Albany

New Albany residents file dissolution cases at the Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk's office. Because New Albany is the county seat, the courthouse is right in town. You do not need to drive to another city. The Clerk's office handles all civil filings for Floyd County, including dissolution of marriage, legal separation, and related family law matters.

When you visit, bring a photo ID and any paperwork you already have. Staff at the counter can tell you which forms you need and what the current filing fees are. They cannot give legal advice, but they can point you to the right window. If you call ahead, someone can confirm what documents you need to bring before your trip.

The Floyd County Courthouse handles dissolution cases that are contested and uncontested. Both types are filed with the same Clerk's office. If both spouses agree on all terms, the process tends to move faster once the mandatory waiting period has passed.

Search Dissolution Records Online

Indiana's free public records portal is MyCase. You can find it at public.courts.in.gov. It lets you search Floyd County dissolution cases by name or case number. No account is required. You will see the case number, filing date, the names of both parties, and the current status. It is updated regularly, so recent filings should appear within a few business days.

MyCase does not always show images of actual court documents. For full case files, you have two main options. Visit the Floyd County Clerk's office in person and ask for copies, or use Doxpop at doxpop.com. Doxpop is a subscription service that gives access to Indiana court document images and older case records with more detail than MyCase provides.

The Indiana courts system screenshot below is from the MyCase portal, which is where you start most online searches for New Albany dissolution cases.

Use MyCase to confirm a case exists and get the case number before calling the Clerk's office for copies or additional details.

Indiana Residency and Filing Rules

To file a dissolution of marriage in Floyd County, at least one spouse must meet Indiana's residency requirements. The state requires six months of Indiana residency. You also need three months of residency in Floyd County before filing here. Both time periods must be met before the Clerk will accept your petition.

Indiana uses the term "dissolution of marriage" rather than divorce. The legal basis is governed by Indiana Code Title 31. Indiana is a no-fault state. You do not have to prove that your spouse did something wrong. The main ground for filing is "irretrievable breakdown of the marriage," which is a standard no-fault ground under IC 31-15-2-3.

After you file, Indiana law requires a 60-day waiting period. The court will not enter a final decree until at least 60 days have passed from the filing date. This applies whether the case is contested or not. There are no exceptions to this rule. Plan accordingly if you have a timeline you need to meet.

Property division follows the "one pot" rule. All marital assets go into a single pool for division by the court. The default is an equal split, though either spouse can argue for a different outcome based on specific circumstances. The court looks at factors like each spouse's financial situation and contributions to the marriage.

Getting Copies of Court Records

Dissolution of marriage records are public in Indiana. Anyone can ask for a copy. You do not have to be a party to the case. The Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk's office handles all copy requests for New Albany cases. Call (812) 948-5400 to ask about current per-page copy fees before you come in.

Some parts of a dissolution file can be sealed. Records involving minor children and detailed financial disclosures may be restricted by court order. If part of a file is sealed, the Clerk's staff will let you know when you request it. The portions that are open to the public are available on request without needing a reason or court approval.

For a guide on how to request court records statewide, the Indiana courts website at in.gov/courts/public-records has a step-by-step overview. It covers what to ask for, how to make a formal request, and what to do if a request is denied. New Albany residents can follow those same steps for Floyd County records.

Older case files may be stored off-site or in an archive. Call the Clerk's office ahead of time if you need records from a case that closed more than several years ago. They can tell you whether the file is still in the office or needs to be retrieved.

Legal Aid and Support Resources

If you need help with a dissolution case in New Albany and cannot afford an attorney, Indiana Legal Services may be able to assist. They serve Floyd County and provide free legal help to qualifying individuals based on income. Visit indianalegalservices.org to learn more and apply.

The Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV) runs a 24-hour crisis hotline at 800-332-7385. If your dissolution case involves domestic violence or safety concerns, ICADV can connect you with local advocates in the New Albany area and help you access protective orders alongside your dissolution case. Their website is icadvinc.org.

New Albany's location in the Louisville metro area means there are also resources across the river in Kentucky. However, for legal filings, you must use Indiana courts and Indiana attorneys licensed in this state. The Floyd County Bar Association can provide referrals to local family law attorneys if you need paid representation. The city of New Albany's website at cityofnewalbany.com can point you to local government contacts and community services.

Nearby Indiana Cities

Jeffersonville is about five miles east of New Albany and is also in the Louisville metro area. It has its own dissolution of marriage records page linked below.