Postpone Divorce Signing Louisiana

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In Louisiana, to postpone signing divorce papers, you can request a continuance by filing a motion with the court. This involves drafting a motion explaining your reasons, filing it with the court, notifying your spouse, and possibly attending a hearing. Consulting with an attorney can help ensure the motion is properly filed and presented.

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i filed for a divorce a year ago and the date to sign the papers is coming up but not if i want to sign or not instead how long can postpone signing
Hi Dwayne! In Louisiana, the timeline to postpone signing divorce papers can vary based on individual circumstances and court orders. Generally, you may request a continuance or extension from the court.
Can you provide more details about your situation? For example, are there any specific reasons you need to delay signing?
we both agreed outside of court and are legally seperated but we started talking again and r thinking about trying to be a family again but i dont want to cancel the divorce just postpone it just in case we work out
Hi Dwayne,
In Louisiana, you can request a continuance or an extension from the court to postpone the signing of divorce papers. It is essential to file a motion with the court explaining your reasons. Consulting with an attorney might help ensure the request is properly presented.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to file this motion?
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Hi Dwayne,
To file a motion for a continuance or extension in Louisiana, follow these steps:
- **Draft a Motion**: Clearly explain your reasons for requesting the postponement.
- **File with the Court**: Submit your motion to the court handling your divorce.
- **Notify Your Spouse**: Serve a copy to your spouse.
- **Attend Hearing**: Be prepared to explain your request to the judge.
Consulting with an attorney can ensure your motion is correctly filed and presented.
Would you need more information on any of these steps?
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Hi Dwayne,
Here’s more information on the steps to file a motion for a continuance or extension in Louisiana:
- **Draft a Motion**: Write a clear and concise motion explaining why you need the postponement.
- **File with the Court**: Submit your motion to the clerk of the court where your divorce case is being handled.
- **Notify Your Spouse**: Ensure your spouse receives a copy, this is usually done through service of process.
- **Attend Hearing**: You may need to attend a hearing where the judge will decide on your request.
Would you like assistance with drafting the motion or have questions about any specific step?