Can I really get a divorce without my spouses signature, or are there some exceptions?
We do not have children or any assets together.
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David Zaslavsky ·
You have to serve her. If she does not respond within a given time, you can file based upon her default.
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Kristen Browde ·
Yes. You have the spouse served. If they do not respond you proceed to a default.
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Kenneth Keutmann ·
Short answer - yes. Once served with the divorce papers, your spouse has the right to respond or to otherwise appear in the divorce action but there is no requirement that they do so or otherwise have any further involvement.
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David Bliven ·
Yes - you can simply have your spouse served personally via a process server. If you do so, you don't need his/her signature or consent. Schedule a consult with a NYC Divorce attorney for a full assessment.
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