Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Can I get a divorce if my spouse will not sign our paperwork?

This is a common question that comes up when dealing with divorce matters.  While it is usually cheaper and faster to get a divorce when both spouses are in agreement, it is not necessary.  If a wife for example were to file for a divorce from a husband that was abusive, then is the court going force that wife to stay married to her abusive husband?  Absolutely not.  If that same wife were to file for divorce and the husband was served with the papers, then if the husband fails to answer the divorce complaint the Judge can grant the divorce by default judgment.  While this is not the only way to get divorced to an individual who refuses to co-operate or sign, it is the more common way. 

If you are looking for experienced divorce and family law attorneys in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg or any of the surrounding counties of Blount, Knox, Jefferson, or Cocke, then let the attorneys of The Law Offices of Andrew E. Farmer fight for you and your children. 

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