What happens if my spouse won't participate in a collaborative divorce?

If your spouse is unwilling to participate in a collaborative divorce in Mississippi, you have a few options. The first option is to attempt to modify the collaborative divorce agreement to make it more appealing to your spouse. This may involve negotiating different terms or allowing for more leeway on particular points. If your spouse is still unwilling to take part in the collaborative divorce, then your second option is to conduct a traditional divorce. This involves filing a petition in court and the court making a decision on the terms of the divorce, so both parties should be prepared to accept whatever decision is made. A third option would be to seek a mediation process instead of going through the courts. With this option, both parties must agree to work with a neutral third party to discuss terms for the divorce. It is important to note that, although the goal of mediation is to reach a mutually agreeable compromise, the results are non-binding and must then be approved by the court. Finally, if all other options have been exhausted, you may have to turn to a litigated divorce. This involves filing a complaint in court and having a full hearing where your spouse can also provide evidence to the court. The court will then make a decision based on the evidence presented and the laws of Mississippi. This option is typically the most costly and drawn out, so it should only be utilized after all other alternatives have been exhausted.

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