Can you file an uncontested divorce with a child?

Can you file an uncontested divorce with a child?

Uncontested divorces are generally available to couples who have no remaining disagreements regarding the basic divorce issues: child-custody, child support, property division, and spousal support. If the other spouse doesn’t agree and makes the necessary court filings, an uncontested divorce cannot be granted.

How do I get a divorce if my wife is not ready?

Answers (5) I suggest you to file a contesting Petition before the jurisdictional family court against your wife if she does not agree for a mutual divorce. Also i suggest you to work on the possible settlement in view of minor child. Contact your advocate for more details and suggestion.

Can you serve your spouse with divorce papers?

Under California law, any of the following people can serve divorce papers on your spouse by hand-delivering them (as long as the person you choose meets the right criteria), which is called personal service. You may use a: Friend. Professional process server.

What happens if my husband filed for divorce first?

If you file first, you control when the divorce gets filed. You can decide to cancel the divorce, as long as she hasn’t filed a response. You have until your spouse files an answer to your complaint to cancel the divorce. By filing first you are the plaintiff and she will be the defendant.

Do cops serve divorce papers?

Personal Service by Sheriff or process server: You can hire a Sheriff or professional process server to deliver your divorce petition. A proof of service form will be filled out by the person serving the petition, which will then be filed with the court.