I have filed for divorce in one county, my wife filed for divorce in another county in New York City..the same day. I was not able to serve ...

Question

I have filed for divorce in one county, my wife filed for divorce in another county in New York City..the same day. I was not able to serve her as she is hiding so my lawyer says is ok if i get served first. Is this correct? Does it matter who gets served first?

Answer

Your lawyer is correct it does not matter who starts the divorce.