QUESTION
Can my husband filed mutual consent divorce without letting me know?
Asked on Dec 27th, 2013 on Divorce - Pennsylvania
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My husband filed for a mutual consent divorce (without discussing with me). He did not officially send me the papers, but just handed one page (which he wanted me to sign) to me, but I didn't sign. Will this case be considered in the court? I belong to Pennsylvania and from what I understand from one of the rules of this state, it says that, even if one party refuses to sign, divorce can be granted if both the parties live separate for 2 years. It’s been already two months we have been living separate. What can I do? I do not want divorce, so can I contest the divorce requesting for marriage counseling or is this case void and I should not worry about it? Please help. Appreciate the help in advance.
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You should consult with a local family lawyer. IF you cannot afford one, sometimes county court systems provide assistance. Yes, you can make him wait two years before he can even move toward obtaining a divorce decree. If you avoid everything, it will take him two years plus a few months. The thing he is asking you to sign just may be an acceptance of service of the divorce complaint. You should really show it to a lawyer. Plus, you may want to collect spousal support from him, or maybe even get counsel fees awarded. Talk to a lawyer.
Answered on Dec 30th, 2013 at 6:50 AM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900