Legal Question in Family Law in Wisconsin
Divorce help
I am seeking advice on obtaining a divorce. My husband and I separated nearly a year ago, and since that time I have tried repeatedly to get together with him and file for divorce together. He has since moved, and I have no way of finding him. I don't feel I should be responsible for filing on my own, but feel like I don't have any options if I want to proceed. Do I have a legal leg to stand on? Is there anyway I can find him, and get him to proceed with the divorce?? He has signed the papers, but has not paid for his portion. Please help!
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Divorce help
WI still has "no fault" divorce, meaning that
both parties participation is not required.
You are therefore free to file your own action
for divorce whether or not he agrees to it, and
regardless of whose behavior caused the break
up. It is also possible to serve him by publication
of the summons in a newspaper in his city of
last known residence. Feel free to send a
private e-mail for further information.