How long does a LegalZoom divorce take?

How long does a LegalZoom divorce take?

The average waiting period is 6 months but can be anywhere from 0 to 12 months. After the waiting period, the divorce is finalized and both parties are free to remarry.

Can you get a divorce if spouse won’t sign?

As stated, if you don’t respond to your spouse petition for divorce or separation or you file a response but don’t reach an agreement, your divorce will be considered a “true default” or an “uncontested case.” A default means you are giving up your legal right to make any decisions in divorce case.

Are divorces ever not granted?

When parties believe they have reached an agreement, it is not uncommon that one party refuses to sign the divorce papers due to some unfairness and this can be a reason a divorce gets delayed, denied, or even forced into a trial.

Can a judge force you to stay married?

A judge will not order people seeking a divorce to see a marriage counselor, to continue to live together (and can, under certain circumstances, order one person or the other to move out of the home), or reconcile.

Can I ask my ex wife to change her last name?

After a divorce, you cannot legally force your ex-wife to change back to her maiden name. She has the right to keep your last name. Additionally, discussing what name she will continue to use after your marriage is over during the divorce proceedings can be mutually beneficial.

What if you want a divorce but your spouse doesn t?

If your spouse won’t engage in your divorce, then your only option for ending your marriage will have to be to go to court. Mediation will be a waste of time because your spouse won’t participate. Once you get a lawyer onboard, you are going to have to file for divorce and have your husband served with divorce papers.

Can you force a spouse to move out?

In California, it is possible to legally force your spouse to move out of your home and stay away for a certain length of time. One can only get such a court order, however, if he or she shows assault or threats of assault in an emergency or the potential for physical or emotional harm in a non-emergency.

Can I make my ex pay half the mortgage?

Yes, your ex will have to pay half of the mortgage if they are listed on the mortgage as you will be both equally liable to the mortgage lender and in the case of the mortgage being defaulted then the mortgage lender will come after the both of you for the mortgage balance plus any costs.