In 2001 a Petition and Summons were filed.. now here in 2018 can I file for default?

A Petition for Dissolution of Mairriage will have long since expired, unless you had orders already issued. You should check with the court to see...

How do I find out if I’m still married ?

From your post, it is unclear whether either of you have filed for divorce. If so, one or both of you must have moved the case to a resolution,...

Changing back to maiden name after a divorce

If your name wasn't restored in the Judgment, but you had requested your former name be restored in the Petition (or Response, depending upon which...

Divorce: Bifurcation of status.

Bifurcations allowing for termination of status are generally to be granted unless doing so would materially harm the other party (which is almost...

I'm divorced with children of the marriage. My divorce decree only states that I need to give him my address, can I move?

Generally, you will need permission to move out of state or anywhere that prevents the current custody order from being fully exercised.

Quickest way to get divorced

From what you have said, it sounds like you would qualify for a Summary Dissolution of Marriage, which can be done quickly and with little in the...

My husband took himself off the deed. Is he still entitled to compensation if we divorce and sell it?

There are many reasons for why someone would be taken off title that do not intend to waive their interest in the property, so as with most family...

Using court documents from a civil case as evidence in my divorce case. What weight do they hold with the judge ?

The court will determine its value and credibility, as it does with all evidence. You should make sure that the tenant's declaration is made under...

How can my sister go through with a divorce after being married for six weeks and now she is pregnant with his child.

In a no fault state, such as California, she could file without his consent, but given the facts mentioned here, it is important for her to speak...

Unless there is an agreement between you or it is part of the retainer agreement, I do not believe that he can simply issue himself a portion of...