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Divorce Documents
Divorce documents are documents needed when filing for a divorce. Also called divorce papers, these documents are among the critical requirements for a fast divorce proceeding. Forms should be properly filledout by both parties.
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How long does it take to process your divorce once you have signed papers?
That would depend upon the case load of the presiding judge and the applicable laws (if any) of the state.
What happens if a state marshal refuse to serve civil process papers?
a State Marshal will not refuse to serve papers as long as four things are in order:
a) there can not be a direct conflict of interest
b) there is a reasonable expectation that he/she will be paid
c) the paperwork in correct and complies with Ct General statutes
d) the paperwork shows a valid address for service
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A CT State Marshal
Does the husband have to sign the divorce papers if it is a case of domestic violence?
Divorce and domestic violence are separate issues. Not signing the divorce papers may not prevent the wife from getting the divorce and won't change any of the orders of the divorce such as property distribution, child support, etc.
When signing divorce papers must both parties be present before the notary public?
Normally, both parties do not need to be present before the notary public at the same time.
What are the different types of divorce papers certificates?
There are two main types of divorce in america. One is the Contested Divorce that requires litigation and court appearance to argue and defend the terms of divorce. The other type is Uncontested Divorce. Where both parties agree to the terms of divorce and custody matters if their are kids involved.
Both divorce types end the marriage legally when the judge signs the divorce decree. Both types come with a lot of stress and are time consuming. You should work out your differences out of court in person without an attorney otherwise you will be spending a whole lot of unnecessary money.
The third type of divorce which is less common is the Annulment. You need an experienced Divorce or Family Law Attorney that can get you an Annulment.
Annulment Void the marriage, like it never existed. It still remains on records but it will not count as a marriage.
There are special requirements to qualify for an annulment. A divorce attorney can help you. :)
How can you tell if Divorce papers are real?
the divorce papers must have a court seal and sign by the clerk of court
Contact the county in which your divorce decree was issued. They can send you a certified copy for about $20 or so. You may even be able to request it online.
If most states, you do not need to prove "fault" to get a divorce or legal separation. She can hire an attorney and proceed however she deems fit.
AnswerShe has every right to proceed with the divorce. She does not have to have your permission to get a divorce. AnswerShe does not need your signature. If you refuse to sign to acknowledge that you received the petition/complaint, she will have you served. If you refuse to sign a settlement agreement, she will ask for a trial date and have the judge decide how to divide your property and to declare you divorced.
You can request that the case be referred to a new judge or magistrate. More than likely, they are all backlogged.
What do I need to publish a notice of my divorce in the newspaper?
If you do not know where he is you can put an ad in the local paper for
30 days if he does not respond then the divorce will be granted
Additional: While the above statement is factual in description, you must check with your local court system, or your attorney. There are certain legal requirements that must be met to notify an absent or missing spouse, and they must be be met before the decree can be issued.
Do you have to hire a process server to deliver divorce papers to your spouse?
In many states, the local police department can serve your spouse with divorce papers. They will charge a less expensive fee than a process server, but will only make a certain number of attempts. If the police are unable to serve your spouse, you will need to hire a process server.
You need not always serve papers face to face, consider these resources if you want another option. http://www.womansdivorce.com/how-to-serve-divorce-papers.html
Request default motion.
Your second marriage is not valid. You need to complete the divorce and then get married to your present partner again.
What if you never received or signed any divorce papers and he is now deceased?
I'd suggest seeking a lawyer as soon as possible. If nothing about your separation was ever formalized, you may be heir to everything of his not specified in his will - including his debt.
Can child support payments be raised after the final divorce papers are settled?
Yes, if there's a substantial change in the obligor's income, or in the needs of the child.
Its legal to take the issue back to court and with the ex-wife's agreement, change the way she is to receive her due. Anything he does outside of a new court decision probably won't count and she may still end up with some of his pension. Good luck getter to give it up unless she can be convinced that the new deal will be more beneficial to her.
If I was you, I would fine joint petition and MSA. Its much faster, you will save a lot of time and money
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ADDED: I caution the questioner against acting upon unsolicited legal advice which may not be applicable in their jurisdiction! In answer to the question - You may file your papers at any time. Your husband does not have to file simultaneously, nor does he need to present when you file your action with Clerk of The Court office.
Can a spouse serve divorce papers or must it be a third party?
As long is the service is proper, the spouse can serve their husband or wife. You will also want to get proof of service as well but if this is an amicable divorce then this should not be a problem.
Answer What I know about divorce papers is that they require two signatures, one from you the other from your husband, and if he doesn't sign the divorce papers, it doesn't matter he is no longer in the State where you live, if he doesn't sign the papers you can't get your divorce. There is also common law marriages where two people can live together for as long as they want and divorced or not, you can still live with another man. There's no law against it.
Most states have links to their court clerks offices etc. where you can print out blank legal forms to be filled out and notarized at the clerks office. Usually all you have to pay for is the filing fee. Check with your local clerks office and see if that is available and also you may want to look up your state online to see if the have a similar website for you to file everything yourself. * Contact the local legal aid society for assistance.
When serving divorce paper for someone to you have to say anything to that person you are serving?
Yes. You must ascertain that the person named in the papers is in fact the person who receives the papers. No good handing papers to a person not involved.
Does a judge have a time frame or due process to sign divorce papers after giving them the OK?
If in the state of Georgia the time frame is 30 days.....give it 31.
Can your spouse contest the divorce after 30 days of being served divorce papers?
Your spouse can contest the divorce at any point that they want to. They cannot force you to stay married to them so it only drags it out if they contest it.
How many days after being served divorce papers is the divorce granted by default?
After you have done every possible effort to try to summon your spouse with the divorce papers and after this person have receive the papers on his hands and you have a receipt that proves that he was serve on jail or prison, he or she has 21 days to respond to your divorce petition. After this time has passes then you can request a court day on which you can ask the judge to please give you a divorce by default.
But remember you have to make sure he was serve.
