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FAQs about Divorce, Dissolution and Custody Cases

Information based on the stage of your case (what action are you taking?):
Overview and Timeline of the Case Filing for Dissolution or Divorce - Ending Your Marriage Filing for Child Custody by Unmarried Parents Responding to a Complaint Served on You Serving the Other Side Filing for Default Motions: Requesting an Order from the Court; Opposing a Motion Domestic Relations Trials – Understanding the Options Getting Ready for Hearing or Trial	Finishing the Case After You Get the Final Judgment or Order Enforcing Your Order Collecting Money Owed to You Modifying Child Custody or Child Support Order Registering Foreign (Out-of-State) Orders Appeals List of Family Law Forms
Information based on specific topics:
Child Support Domestic Relations Procedural Order (Standing Order) Parenting and Custody Parenting Coordination Paternity	Property and Debt, Civil Rule 26.1 and Discovery Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) - Dividing Retirement Benefits Spousal Support Uncontested Matters, Agreements and Settlements List of Family Law Forms

NOTE: There is absolutely no guarantee that any of the forms listed on these pages will be accepted by the judge, or help you get what you want. Many courts have local practices that may require something entirely different.

Forms, instructions and checklists can be very helpful when you do not have a lawyer. However, forms are limited because of their one-size-fits-all approach. Every family and every situation is different, so while forms are a good starting point, you are strongly urged to seek legal advice from an attorney if you have questions.

Rev. 18 June 2018
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