How long does it take to settle a divorce?
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How long does it take to settle a divorce?
Time frame for a Divorce to be Granted It is likely that your Divorce will take longer than at least four months if you there are difficulties in having your spouse properly served with court sealed copies of the Divorce Application.
What happens when someone won’t sign divorce papers?
If you properly served the divorce petition and your spouse filed an uncontested response, but won’t sign off on the final divorce papers, courts in some states may allow the case to proceed as though it’s uncontested. You may wait to be assigned a court appearance date.
Can you get a divorce if spouse won’t sign?
Your spouse does not have to sign anything. Even if your spouse refuses to sign any documents, the court can grant a divorce order. But you must prove your spouse was served according to the rules.
Should I leave my house during a divorce?
Do not move out of your home before your divorce is finalized. Legally speaking, it is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. Even if your divorce is amicable and you can’t be together anymore, leaving is one of the most legally damaging decisions you can make in the middle of a divorce.
