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How to Start Your Divorce - LITERALLY

    We are often asked how the divorce process starts...what literally happens? The following is a step-by-step outline. The divorce process starts when you or your lawyer files what is officially known as a Summons and Petition for divorce with the appropriate court in your chosen jurisdiction. That makes you the petitioner or plaintiff in the process. This document includes the following information:

  • Your name
  • The name of your spouse
  • Your children/children's name/s and date/s of birth
  • The date of your marriage ( or your registration of domestic partnership)
  • The date of your separation (if appropriate)

Additionally an outline of your preliminary requests are included. These requests are subject to change and negotiation:
  • The custody of the kids,
  • Spousal support,
  • Division of the estate
  • Who is responsible for paying the attorney’s fees
The court clerk stamps the petition indicating that a lawsuit has been initiated.   Next a copy of the petition must be served on your spouse. This is called SERVICE of PROCESS. Depending on your jurisdiction you may....... TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE, PLEASE GO TO www.DivorceInformationNOW.comand sign up to become a member. Members have access to "Library of Experts" and all their articles.
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