What happens if no response to divorce papers?
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What happens if no response to divorce papers?
The responding spouse needs to file an answer with the court within the deadline. When a spouse doesn’t respond to a divorce petition, the person who failed to file the answer to the court will lose his or her rights to make arguments about property division, support, and child custody.
Can you fight a default divorce?
If a default judgment for divorce has been issued against you, you may still have time to contest it and have it set aside, but you will need to speak to an experienced divorce attorney right away.
What happens if my husband won’t sign the divorce papers?
The Court can grant a divorce order, even if the spouse refuses to sign any documents. Otherwise, the spouse may ask the Court to appear by telephone. While a spouse can refuse to sign the divorce papers, it is highly likely that the divorce will still take place. However, some situations could delay the divorce.
What if wife doesn’t want divorce?
In a marriage, both people have to agree to participate. But ending the marriage works differently. The court needs to agree to grant the divorce, not the other person in the marriage. You can file your divorce papers with the court, and your wife can argue against as many points in the agreement as she wants to.
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.
