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How can I finalize my divorce when my ex lives in Australia now?
Asked on Mar 06th, 2013 on Divorce - California
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We did our divorce ourselves and had not problem with the initial paperwork. All I want to do is finalize the paperwork (FL-180 and FL-190) now that the 6 month waiting period is over, and the state returned my judgement for the following reasons: 1) both parties must sign the judgement and have their signatures notarized (offered FAMLAW-114 as optional form to use) 2) Judgement doesn't separately set forth prov. for spousal support. 1) I don't know how to get this form notarized by both parties b/c my ex is living is Australia. He did sign and notarize all initial ppwk though. 2) I don't want spousal support. I know when you file for a divorce, there is such a thing as an uncontested divorce whereby if the respondent doesn't reply after 30 days, the divorce proceeds automatically. Is there something similar I can do to finalize this last piece? All I want is my last name back and my divorce certificate. Please help.
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If you know where your husband lives in Australia, then the judgment can be sent to him for signature and notarization. If your spouse 'responded' when served (this is not the same as signing the 'service' documents) then you would be in a contested matter. However, if he did not 'respond' and you have issues that need to be resolved, you would have a 'default' divorce and the courts would require a hearing for only you so as to address the issues such as spousal support. You may call us if you wish additional help.
Answered on Mar 07th, 2013 at 9:34 PM