Default Hearing appearance?

What is the name of your state? NJ

We have been seperated (not legally) for 10 yrs. I live in NY, my wife in NJ. We filed for divorce in NJ earlier this month (my wife is the plaintiff) for an uncontested divorce, we are both pro se. We have no children or joint property.
It was my understanding that I would not have to appear in court (neither of us are contesting any part of the divorce).
Today I received a "Notice of Scheduled Appearance for Default Hearing" from Superior Court of NJ stating I have to appear next week.
Are there steps I can take to avoid this appearance?
What happens if I dont appear?

Thanks in advance!

I would call the court in NJ, give them the case no. and find who to talk to regarding this hearing. Ask them what you have to do to be able to have your presence there by phone hook up in the court room. I have heard this can be done.

I am not an attorney, this is just my humble opinion.

[VeronicaGia]

If you don't appear, she will win by default. You will definitely want to appear, as you will have one hell of a time appealing a default order.

Just go to court and get it over with!

[stealth2]

It's really a quick and simple procedure in court here. The judge will ask you a few routine questions, and then grant the divorce. Well worth the time to avoid any nasty surprises.