QUESTION
Can I get a divorce if the other party won't sign?
Asked on Oct 01st, 2013 on Divorce - Utah
7 ANSWERS
Family Law Attorney serving Peoria, AZ
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The Law Firm of Jessica M. Cotter, P.L.L.C.
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In Arizona if you file a petition for dissolution, and the supporting paperwork, and then have those documents served on the other party, then it will not matter if he signs anything, as the dissolution matter will proceed through the court system.
Answered on Oct 03rd, 2013 at 11:45 AM
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Linda D. Smith, P.C.
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Yes, if the other party is refusing to cooperate you can ask the court for a default judgment. There are certain steps that you have to take to do that.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 11:43 AM
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Peters Law, PLLC
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Yes, you go to court and let the court decide.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 11:04 AM
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James T. Weiner, P.C.
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Yes, you can get a default judgment of divorce.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 10:39 AM
Divorce Attorney serving Bingham Farms, MI
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Gottlieb & Goren, P.C.
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Absolutely. Twenty one days after service, you can file (and serve on the other party) a pleading called a Default. The case proceeds without participation by the opposing party.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 9:41 AM
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Law Office of Robert E. McCall
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File as a contested matter, only you have to sign.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 9:28 AM
Divorce & Family Law Attorney serving Salt Lake City, UT
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Utah Family Law LC
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Yes. It is a common misconception among many, many people that you cannot get a divorce unless your spouse agrees to getting a divorce. This is not so. Right or wrong, if you want to divorce (or if your spouse wants a divorce) you can get one whether your spouse once you to or not. This is what a "no-fault divorce" is meaning that you don't have to have a good excuse (i.e., a "fault" on the part of your spouse) to file for divorce and get a divorce.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 9:16 AM