If myhusband has moved somewhere out-of-state, how can I get a divorce when I don’t know where he lives or how to get in touch with him?
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If myhusband has moved somewhere out-of-state, how can I get a divorce when I don’t know where he lives or how to get in touch with him?
We have been separated for over 2 years. I have his last address in TN but have no idea where he is now. I have his e-mail address and have attempted to send him the uncontested divorce papers that way, but have had no response in over 4 months. What can I do?
Asked on July 18, 2010 under Family Law, Tennessee
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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Although you don't know your husband's current address, you can still serve the divorce documents by publication. Service by publication consists of running a legal notice in your newspaper. The period of time the notice runs may vary from state to state to be considered effective service by publication. Your local court or perhaps the newspaper can provide you with that information. Although your husband might not see the legal notice, this is still considered valid service providing notice that you are filing for divorce.
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