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How can I help with a divorce?

Asked on Dec 06th, 2012 on Divorce - California
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My boyfriend is in prison and wants a divorce he was married 90 days or less. He doesn't know where the other person is, and asked if I could help him with this.
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He has to have wife personally served or get court's approval to serve her by publication. Look up the rules. However, he has time on his hands and probably access to a computer or a library with law books so he can look up the rules. You should not be cleaning up his mistakes without him doing most of the work.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 2:03 AM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving North Olmsted, OH at James F. Lentz Attorney & Counselor at Law
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Easy question first: you are not a lawyer, you may not help your boyfriend get a divorce. He will need the help of an attorney to prosecute a divorce with a missing spouse whether in or out of prison.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 1:53 AM

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He can file and serve the other spouse by publication. Consult with an attorney to discuss the options further.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 12:45 AM

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Alternative Dispute Resolution Attorney serving Ventura, CA at Zahn Law Office
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He can have her served by publication but he has to have a search done first. I suggest getting an attorney to help, as it can be a confusing process.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 12:39 AM

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Family Law Attorney serving Petaluma, CA at Law Office of Erin Farley
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The California Court website has a great self-help section.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 12:32 AM

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Check the county clerk marriage records from the county where he got married & then you will have the information you need.
Answered on Dec 07th, 2012 at 12:32 AM

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