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do unfiled divorce papers expire?

Asked on Aug 14th, 2014 on Divorce - New Jersey
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I got divorce papers prepared last year but never filed them..i couldnt afford the court filing fee then..but i can now..we have no kids or property not asking for spousal support..will i have an issue filing my papers with the court now?
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Elder Law Attorney serving Toms River, NJ
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It depends on what type of papers you have.  If you did a property settlement agreement that was signed over a year ago, the court may ask for updated signatures.  Other than that, you can go ahead and sign everything now and file the papers. 
Answered on Aug 25th, 2014 at 6:48 AM

Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship

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