How do you respond to a contested divorce?
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How do you respond to a contested divorce?
You have two choices when responding to the divorce papers:Answer only. An “Answer” tells the judge and your spouse what parts of the complaint you agree with and disagree with. Answer with a Counterclaim.
What to do if your divorce is taking too long?
What to do if Your Divorce is Taking too LongSteps You Can Take to Speed up Your Divorce. While an experienced lawyer can help to significantly shorten the divorce process, he or she cannot do it alone. Stay Organized. Be Patient. Be the Responsible Parent. Avoid New Romantic Relationships. Consult a Lawyer.
Why would someone drag out a divorce?
Someone may be delaying the divorce and dragging it out as being a form of punishment or payback to their ex, to benefit financially, to attempt to financially drain the other party, to delay ending a marriage, or some other agenda.
Can a divorce happen if one person doesn’t agree?
You Do Not Need Your Spouse’s Consent to Obtain a Divorce You have the right to file for divorce in a court that has jurisdiction over your marriage, serve your spouse with the divorce papers, and seek a divorce with or without their permission or participation.
