Why would a spouse refuse to sign divorce papers?
Jan Meriss Alfonso Assistant at Ascent Law LLC What to Do When Your Spouse Won't Sign Divorce Papers When a spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers, the best response depends on the spouse's motivation. While some spouses simply refuse to cooperate in the divorce process, some are deliberately trying to sabotage the divorce. In these cases, the best response is to try to understand why your spouse is refusing to sign the papers. Does your spouse refuse to sign divorce papers? If your spouse is refusing to sign divorce papers, you should know that they might have a valid reason. Sometimes, a spouse will resist divorce papers because they want to salvage the marriage. You can help them realize that it's time to move on by having an honest conversation with them. On the other hand, they may want to avoid signing divorce papers because it will give them leverage in the divorce negotiations. Regardless of the reason, it's essential to understand that divorce can be a ver...