New York allows both fault and no-fault grounds for divorce. No-fault divorces are typically faster and can be granted on the basis of an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage for a period of at least six months.To file for divorce in New York, either you or your spouse must meet the residency requirements. Generally, one party needs to have lived in New York for at least one year before filing, unless the grounds for divorce occurred in the state.The type of divorce you choose can impact the timeline. Uncontested divorces, where both parties agree on all relevant issues, tend to be quicker than contested divorces, which involve disputes over issues such as property division, alimony, child custody, and support.