QUESTION
What is my next step in getting divorced from a uncooperative spouse?
Asked on Jul 29th, 2015 on Divorce - Illinois
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I attempted to utilize self divorcing, my spouse did not respond to the summons issued and has not filed her appearance. What is my next step in getting divorced from a uncooperative spouse?
2 ANSWERS
You can still get divorced without her filing your appearance, however, if you own property, for instance, the court will not award it to one party over the other; those issues will be reserved.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2015 at 4:36 PM
If your spouse has been served and failed to file an appearance, you can ask the court, for an order of default, but you have to give your spouse written mailed notice of that motion. You do not need your spouse's cooperation to get a divorce. If your spouse ignores everything, you can still get a divorce.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2015 at 10:38 PM