How do you file a response to a divorce?
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How do you file a response to a divorce?
You can file your Response to Divorce online via the Commonwealth Courts Portal or in person at a Court registry. You don’t have to pay a fee to file your Response to Divorce. When you file your response, it will be stamped with the courts seal and returned to you so that you can serve it on your spouse.
What is an answer in a divorce?
What is an answer in a divorce? An answer is a legal form you (the respondent) file with the court to protect your right to have a say in the divorce. If you file an answer, your spouse cannot finish the divorce unless: you agree to and sign a Final Decree of Divorce or.
What happens after both parties sign divorce papers?
Filing a response shows both parties agree to the divorce. This makes it more likely the case will proceed without a court hearing, which could delay the process and cost more. Generally, if a response is not filed within 30 days, the petitioner can request that a default be entered by the court.
