once served divorce papers on the grounds of cruel and inhumane treatment ,how long can you withhold from signing the papers?.
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once served divorce papers on the grounds of cruel and inhumane treatment ,how long can you withhold from signing the papers?.
Asked on May 12, 2009 under Family Law, Mississippi
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
If the papers you've been served are the summons and complaint that started the court case, the summons should tell you how long you have to respond, before the case can go ahead without you. Usually, it's not a good idea to miss that deadline, because if you do, it will be harder to protect your rights if your spouse asks the court for something you don't want to give up -- like too much alimony.
Otherwise, I'm not sure what you are trying to gain by delaying the process, and I'd want to know more about the case. If you need more detailed information, see a qualified divorce lawyer in your area, and one place you can look for one is our website, http://attorneypages.com
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