Can I refuse to divorce my wife?

Can I refuse to divorce my wife?

If your spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers and give consent, you must prove the breakdown of the marriage, such as adultery or physical/mental cruelty. If you can show evidence of this when the court hears your divorce application, then you may be granted a divorce.

Can someone refuse to give you a divorce?

The key to preventing your spouse from holding up the divorce proceedings is to anticipate the possibility that they may refuse to cooperate. Unlike if you issue on the grounds of your spouses’ adultery or two years separation, you will then not need their active cooperation to progress your divorce.

Can you save a marriage from divorce?

While some divorces are necessary, many marriages can be repaired. It may be difficult to face the issues that you and your spouse are struggling with, but research suggests that couples who can manage to stay together usually end up happier down the road than couples who divorce.