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Do we have to speak for the divorce?

Asked on May 13th, 2015 on Divorce - Florida
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Can we get a divorce without being in the same room?
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Domestic Relations Attorney serving Omaha, NE at Diane L. Berger
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That would be a yes.
Answered on Aug 31st, 2015 at 8:05 PM

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Family Law Attorney serving Lincoln, NE
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There is a provision under Nebraska law that allows for divorce by certification (if your Judge will allow it). This allows you to sign a joint statement under oath that recites the things you would otherwise testify to at live hearing. This may be an option for you depending on your circumstances. If children/joint custody are involved, however, most judges require live testimony. You both have a right to be at divorce court, but the court only needs to hear from one of you, so only one of you absolutely must attend (if it cannot be submitted on documents). Best wishes.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 4:55 PM

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Personal Injury Attorney serving Marksville, LA at The Bryan Law Firm L.L.C.
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Often a divorce can be granted without even making a trip to the courthouse. I'd be happy to discuss with you further.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 3:53 PM

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Dispute Resolution Attorney serving Seattle, WA at Law Offices of Helene Ellenbogen P.S.
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Yes. Get an attorney whose job it will be to negotiate everything.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 3:21 PM

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Divorce & Separation Attorney serving Menasha, WI at Petit & Dommershausen, S.C.
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If you have a full signed agreement, sometimes the court will allow one of you to appear by phone.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 2:40 PM

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It can be done, but it requires a lot of arrangements. Engage a skilled family law attorney to help you. Good Luck.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 2:36 PM

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Social Security Disability Attorney serving Melbourne, FL at Law Office of Robert E. McCall
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That decision is up to the Judge. Contact the Judicial Assistant for guidance.
Answered on May 13th, 2015 at 2:33 PM

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