Suppose I haven’t chosen a divorce lawyer or submitted any divorce papers yet?

A: In some cases, the divorcing partner might become upset or overwhelmed and not follow up with the divorce process. If you choose not to take part in the divorce proceedings, judgments will be made without you there, and in many cases, the court will rule in the other party’s favor. An experienced family law attorney can help you evaluate your situation and figure out the next step you need to take.