How do I file divorce by publication?
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How do I file divorce by publication?
I live in TX and my soon-to-be ex lives TN – address unknown, contact number unknown. Over the last month I have been trying to get her to send me my waiver of citation. The last 2 pieces of paper I need to get this divorce. I am going to need to file divorce by publication. Do I file this in TX or in TN; the divorce case is filled in TX. I have a signed and notarized divorce agreement by both parties.
Asked on August 16, 2011 Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. Generally speaking, a court must allow you to publish the documenting that you need to finalize the divorce, what ever that may be here. What happens is that you have to make reasonable attempts to locate your soon to be ex spouse. You may also have to hire a private investigator in order to say that you have done everything that you can to locate them . It is known as due diligence and you prepare a due diligence affidavit for the court. Once the court reviews it and agrees that you have tried your best they tell you where to publish (what city what paper) and how many times. Then you do, file the affidavits of publication and then move on. Get help. Good luck.
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