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Is it possiable to force a divorce and am I entitled to alimony?
Asked on Nov 17th, 2014 on Divorce - California
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I have been married for roughly 6 and a half years and the last 4 years haven't been pleasant so to say. I didn't work or go to school during the whole time. He brought out the worse in me. About 7 months ago I filed for divorce and I wasn't able to have him served until 5 months ago. This who time I thought he had signed the papers. I had found out a few weeks ago that he never signed so we are still legally married even though we hardly talk let alone cross paths. He didn't sign because being separated military and in the reserves, he gets higher VA benefits. It's hard to find a job for me and I was under the understanding that he was going to help me until I was able to get on my feet. After dealing with all BS I am barely getting by with out his help. I don't want to be married to him. I also don't think its fair that he hides that behind my back after the last 4 years he put me through. Makes me feel like he told me he loved me just for the extra benefits.
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Yes. You can absolutely force the divorce, but it is your job to move the case forward by filing the right forms. You also should be entitled to some amount of spousal support based upon your description Of the facts. Also, you are probably entitled to a portion of his military pay. If he is active military, his commanding officer will force your husband to pay to you any dependency pay he is receiving on his behalf. Ifnyou cannot afford an attorney, consider going to your local courthouse and getting free legal help from the family law assistance center. I hope this helps...
Answered on Nov 25th, 2014 at 6:56 AM