West Point, GA Divorce Law Firms & Lawyers

It sounds like the judge is asking for proof of service. There are very specific methods of service for civil actions. If you have not properly served your spouse as provided by law, the court will not enter a judgment on your behalf. You should consult with an attorney for further clarification.

There are several attorney referral services where you can find a low-cost or pro bono attorney. I would suggest contacting your local bar association about locating a pro bono attorney. The court's family law facilitator might be very helpful, too.

Generally, a spouse isn't entitled to alimony if it's established through presentation of evidence that the separation is due to the spouse's adultery. The bar to receiving alimony only applies if it is shown that the act of adultery was the direct cause of the separation between the two parties. A person commits adultery when he or she has sexual intercourse with a person other than his or her spouse. In your question you said that you had an opportunity to commit adultery.  The next question is whether you actually committed the act.  And if that act was committed, did that act cause the separation? Keep in mind that when determining whether to award alimony, the court will consider the conduct of both parties.