How to Get Your Spouse to Sign Divorce Papers

The best way to get your spouse to sign divorce papers is to work cooperatively with him or her. If your spouse is not immediately amenable to the terms in your agreement, you may find it helpful to use third-party resources available through the courts and your attorney to help you reach a mutually agreeable settlement.

Instructions

1. Work with your spouse when deciding what to include in your divorce papers. Your spouse will be more likely to sign divorce papers if you get his or her input on property and child custody considerations before you or your attorney drafts the paperwork.

2. Be flexible in your requests and demands. As you draft your divorce papers, keep your wants and needs in mind and make sure that you are creating a fair and reasonable agreement. Likewise, if your spouse objects to specific provisions in the divorce papers, consider his or her perspective and see if you can reach a compromise.

3. Work though your respective attorneys. Since emotions can make interaction between the parties difficult, consider retaining separate attorneys and allowing counsel to negotiate the terms of the divorce.

4. Get the assistance of a certified mediator. If you and your spouse cannot reach agreement though your attorneys, a third-party mediator can help you draft mutually agreeable divorce papers.

References

• Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce Mediation
• Planning Divorce