How do I file for divorce by publication in Illinois?
How do I file for divorce by publication in Illinois?
In Illinois you can get divorced by publication, but only after a Judge grants you permission to do so. To do that you must first file for divorce and then show up to court. At that point you have to convince the Judge that you have no idea where your spouse is or how to contact them.
Can you put an ad in the paper for a divorce?
If you cannot find your spouse, you can request permission from the court to publish a notice of the divorce in the newspaper or post a notice in the courthouse. This is called a Motion to Serve by Publication or Posting.
Who can serve divorce papers in Illinois?
Anyone 18 years of age or older who is not a party in the lawsuit can serve a defendant, but the plaintiff must first ask the judge for permission. They must file a Motion for Appointment of Special Process Server. In the motion , they must tell the judge the name of the person who will serve the defendant.
Can you just stay separated forever?
If you are legally separated from your spouse, you may remain so for as long as the two of you desire. A legal separation is reversible. To be legally separated from your spouse, there is actually no need for you to get a divorce at some point.
