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Spouse signed answer and waiver for uncontested divorce but the court still sent her a notice of hearing in Florida?

Asked 9 months ago - Lake Worth, FL

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filed an uncontested divorce with answer and waiver here in palm beach because spouse doesn't want to show up to court, we both have agreed on everything. Today we got the notice of hearing but she was also sent a copy does that mean we both still have to show up to court?

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    Lutz Family Law Attorney
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    Answered September 12, 2012 03:19. If the Answer and Waiver form your Wife signed waives her appearance at the Final Hearing, then no.

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    Gainesville Divorce / Separation Lawyer
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    Answered September 12, 2012 05:45. She does not have to appear. Most courts will send a Notice to both parties regardless of whether a waiver wa ssigned or not.

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    Divorce / Separation Lawyer
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    Answered September 12, 2012 06:06. No, only one party needs to attend a Final Judgment hearing to finalize the divorce.

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    Largo Estate Planning Attorney
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    Answered September 14, 2012 18:04. I agree-only one has to show up at hearing.

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