Filing for Divorce
In order to begin the action for divorce the Petitioning
spouse must file a Petition for Divorce in the district court of the county in
which either the Petitioner or their spouse resides. Filing varies from county
to county, so check with the Clerk of your county court to ensure that you are
filing the correct papers. Once filed, it is the Petitioner’s responsibility to
have the necessary forms served on his or her spouse. Once service occurs it is
the Respondent’s responsibility to file an answer with the court.
Once the Respondent files an answer, the 90-day
waiting period begins. This time period is meant to “cool-off” both parties,
and allow for a settlement. If the case does go to trial, then the judge will
attempt to make the most equitable (fair, not equal) decision for all parties
involved.
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