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There is a process that has to be followed in court cases like this. If someone cannot be served papers, there is "public notification" that can be published in the local newspapers and the court will mail a notice to the last known address. If there is no response at the scheduled hearing, the court can allow the case to proceed. The first order of the case is too see if the proper procedure was followed. If it was then the court can rule that a default exists and the divorce is granted. One of the parties has to be present and a judgment will be entered into the court records.

If the court granted a divorce then the answer is yes. You are legally divorced. You can contact the court and request a copy of the decree.

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Q: If you were never served with the divorce papers but the court granted your spouse a divorce by default are you legally divorced?
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Are you legally divorced in the state of Tennessee when the papers are filed?

You're not divorced until the judge grants the divorce.


Your spouse has a new family but will not tell you if you are divorced. How can you check?

Assuming your spouse hasn't moved from the jurisdiction where you were married you can check the family court records in the local family court for a divorce case. If you moved away or dropped out of sight for a long period your spouse could have obtained a divorce by publishing a notice in the local newspaper. Your spouse cannot get legally married again until you are legally divorced.


What paperwork is needed for a divorce?

In order to file for a divorce, you have to be legally separated. You can file these papers on your own or hire an attorney. After a legal separation and a time period, you can then file for divorce or dissolution.


Is it adultery if you sleep with someone else while legally separated?

First, "cheating" is not a legal term. It is slang that refers to a married person being unfaithful to their legal spouse or partner. A legal separation is not a legal divorce. Having an intimate relationship with someone other than your legal spouse is adultery. If you wish to do that legally you should get a divorce.


Can you legally be recognized as being married by common law if your spouse will not answer the door to be served with the divorce notice which was filed in September in the state of NJ?

It is unclear why you wonder about being married under common law in the same sentence you speak of serving divorce papers. 1.) There is no common law marriage in New Jersey. 2.) Failure to answer the door has no effect on the marriage or legal relationship between the parties. 3.) A person cannot stop a divorce by not answering the door. 4.) You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in divorce.

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Yes, your wife has to sign divorce papers to legally get divorced in any state.


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If your divorce is only validate for 5 years do you steel need to file a divorce?

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How long does it take to be divorced when it is a default?

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