Reading: My marriage in November 2013 ended sadly after a month when my wife left me for someone else. Despite family efforts to reconcile for half a year, I had to file for her return to our home in May 2014. The case dragged on for 18 months, with her only appearing twice in court. We eventually decided to separate amicably in December 2015, signing a handwritten agreement witnessed by our families and lawyers. I filed for divorce the same month, and after she ignored the summons, I received an ex-parte divorce in April 2016. Is there a possibility she might try to re-enter my life, and what steps can I take to protect myself?

My marriage in November 2013 ended sadly after a month when my wife left me for someone else. Despite family efforts to reconcile for half a year, I had to file for her return to our home in May 2014. The case dragged on for 18 months, with her only appearing twice in court. We eventually decided to separate amicably in December 2015, signing a handwritten agreement witnessed by our families and lawyers. I filed for divorce the same month, and after she ignored the summons, I received an ex-parte divorce in April 2016. Is there a possibility she might try to re-enter my life, and what steps can I take to protect myself?

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1 year ago

Law Forum › Category: Divorce › My marriage in November 2013 ended sadly after a month when my wife left me for someone else. Despite family efforts to reconcile for half a year, I had to file for her return to our home in May 2014. The case dragged on for 18 months, with her only appearing twice in court. We eventually decided to separate amicably in December 2015, signing a handwritten agreement witnessed by our families and lawyers. I filed for divorce the same month, and after she ignored the summons, I received an ex-parte divorce in April 2016. Is there a possibility she might try to re-enter my life, and what steps can I take to protect myself?

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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

My marriage in November 2013 ended sadly after a month when my wife left me for someone else. Despite family efforts to reconcile for half a year, I had to file for her return to our home in May 2014. The case dragged on for 18 months, with her only appearing twice in court. We eventually decided to separate amicably in December 2015, signing a handwritten agreement witnessed by our families and lawyers. I filed for divorce the same month, and after she ignored the summons, I received an ex-parte divorce in April 2016. Is there a possibility she might try to re-enter my life, and what steps can I take to protect myself?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

Based on your description, your divorce was granted through an ex-parte order, meaning your wife did not contest the proceedings. While her absence doesn’t entirely eliminate the possibility of her attempting to re-enter your life, it does significantly weaken any legal claim she might have. You should consult a lawyer to discuss your specific concerns and to ensure your divorce decree is legally sound and to establish legal safeguards if necessary.