Do notarized divorce papers expire?
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Do notarized divorce papers expire?
Divorce papers that have not been filed do not expire (whereas if a marital settlement agreement that has been filed but not ratified will be dismissed by the court for lack of record activity in 1 year). When you say you signed a petition I assume you also mean a marital settlement agreement.
How long does a divorce stay active?
Each court, in each county, does things differently. Most courts strive to close the case within one year of filing. In most courts, if there has been no action on a case the judge will hold a pretrial conference or settlement conference to determine the status of the case.
Are you divorced when you sign the papers?
Divorce is a multi-step process. Next, you and your attorney must the file the proper papers with the court and have the spouse sign the documents to make the divorce official. But even when divorce papers are signed, there is still more you must do to ensure all issues of legality and finances are resolved.
