What is a default divorce?

A default divorce is a type of divorce granted to the spouse who files for divorce when the other spouse does not respond in a timely manner to the divorce paperwork. In Washington, a default divorce is granted if the other spouse does not respond to the divorce paperwork within a certain period of time, typically 30 days from the date the paperwork was served on them. In a default divorce, no hearing is necessary and the court will grant the divorce without considering the merits of the case. The court will also typically accept the filing party’s requests, such as for division of property or spousal support, unless the other spouse can prove why the requests should not be granted. A default divorce is quite common in Washington and is often used when the other spouse cannot be located or is uncontactable. It can also be used to end a marriage quickly and simply, especially in uncontested divorces involving few or no assets.

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