Jasper, TN asked in Divorce and Family Law for Tennessee

Q: My husband had me served with divorce papers and he keeps messaging me to sign them. My appt w/att is July 29

I suffer from mental health issues and feel I need legal advice before signing anything.

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Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Answered
  • Cleveland, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: You don't have an obligation to sign papers that you are not comfortable with. However, if your Husband has filed a Complaint for Divorce against you, then you do have an obligation to have the Complaint answered. I would consult immediately with a competent local divorce attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, then call your local Legal Aid Society or Bar Association to find an attorney that does pro bono work. Don't sign anything without legal advice.

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