I served the default for dissolution of marriage but it was returned and now the respondent whereabouts are unknown. What is the next step I can take to finalize the divorce?
Please contact a Downey attorney that does family law. There are ways to obtain service of process by publication. That service will allow you to finish up your divorce. However, you will need help on the steps to take.
The document may have been returned for a variety of reasons, most of which are easily remedied. Contact someone in your area to figure out how to do this. Good luck to you!
