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Family Cases
Family Cases

Case Process

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These standard instructions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice about your case. If you choose to represent yourself, you are bound by the same rules and procedures as an attorney.

Step 1 - Initial Status Conference

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An initial status conference is a meeting to discuss the progress of your case with a Family Court Facilitator, Magistrate, or Judge.

 

Before the Initial Status Conference

  • Petitioner - File Proof of Service if only you signed Petition
  • Co-Petitioner – co-signer of Petition
  • Respondent - File Response to Petition, pay fee
  • Read the Case Management order.

 

At the Initial Status Conference

  • Clarify deadlines and review procedures.
  • Review your drafted forms.
  • Learn about the next steps and ask non-legal questions.

 

Deadline Reminder

Within 42 days of filing (or receiving) a Petition, you must file these forms:

 

Next Steps

Check your notes from the conference on what to file next. This may include:

  • JDF 1115 - Property and Financial Agreement
  • Mediation forms (see Step 2 – Mediation below)
  • Hearing forms (see Steps 3 and 4 below)

For Cases with Children

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