Decide on divorce and ensure both partners are in agreement
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Research and hire an experienced divorce attorney
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Compile all the necessary legal and financial documents
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Calculate the total value of marital property
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Review and split the marital assets
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Decide on child custody and visitation rights if applicable
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Fill up the Complaint for Absolute Divorce form
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File the divorce papers at the county Circuit Court
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Serve the divorce papers to the other spouse
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Approval: Spouse's Response to Divorce Papers
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Attend the scheduled Court hearing
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Negotiate for division of assets and child support if needed
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Approval: Attorney's Prep for possible trial
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Wait for judge’s decision on division of assets and child custody
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Sign all relevant court documents indicating acceptance of divorce terms
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Receive the Final Decree of Divorce from the judge
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File the divorce decree with the court clerk
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Change of name and address if necessary
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Inform the necessary institutions about the divorce
Decide on divorce and ensure both partners are in agreement
Before proceeding with the divorce process, it is important to have a mutual decision between both partners. This task plays a vital role in ensuring that both parties are on the same page and ready for the next steps. The desired result is to confirm that both partners are willing to move forward with the divorce. Are you and your partner in agreement to proceed with the divorce?
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Research and hire an experienced divorce attorney
Finding an experienced divorce attorney is crucial to navigate through the legal complexities of the divorce process. This task aims to guide you in conducting thorough research and eventually hiring a reliable attorney. The desired result is to make an informed decision to hire the right attorney for your case. Have you completed the research and hired an experienced divorce attorney?
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Compile all the necessary legal and financial documents
Compiling all the necessary legal and financial documents is an essential step in the divorce process. This task helps you gather all the required paperwork, such as marriage certificates, financial statements, bank statements, property documents, etc. The desired result is to have all the necessary documents organized and ready for the next steps. Have you compiled all the necessary legal and financial documents?
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Calculate the total value of marital property
Calculating the total value of marital property is crucial for the division of assets during the divorce process. This task guides you in determining the value of joint assets, including properties, investments, bank accounts, and other valuable possessions. The desired result is to accurately calculate the total value of marital property. Have you completed the calculation of the total value of marital property?
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Review and split the marital assets
Reviewing and splitting the marital assets is an important step in the divorce process. This task helps you go through the list of marital assets and determine how they will be divided between both parties. The desired result is to reach an agreement on the division of assets. Have you reviewed and agreed upon the division of marital assets?
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Decide on child custody and visitation rights if applicable
If there are children involved, deciding on child custody and visitation rights is a crucial task in the divorce process. This task helps you consider various factors and make informed decisions regarding the well-being of the children. The desired result is to reach a mutual agreement on child custody and visitation rights. Have you reached a mutual decision on child custody and visitation rights?
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Fill up the Complaint for Absolute Divorce form
Filling up the Complaint for Absolute Divorce form is an important legal requirement for initiating the divorce process. This task provides guidance on filling out the form accurately and completely. The desired result is to have the Complaint for Absolute Divorce form filled out correctly. Have you filled out the Complaint for Absolute Divorce form?
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File the divorce papers at the county Circuit Court
Filing the divorce papers at the county Circuit Court is a crucial step to begin the legal proceedings. This task guides you on the process of submitting the necessary documents to the court. The desired result is to successfully file the divorce papers at the county Circuit Court. Have you filed the divorce papers at the county Circuit Court?
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Serve the divorce papers to the other spouse
Serving the divorce papers to the other spouse is an important step to ensure that both parties are aware of the legal proceedings. This task provides guidance on the proper way to serve the divorce papers. The desired result is to have the divorce papers properly served to the other spouse. Have you served the divorce papers to the other spouse?
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Approval: Spouse's Response to Divorce Papers
Will be submitted for approval:
Serve the divorce papers to the other spouse
Will be submitted
Attend the scheduled Court hearing
Attending the scheduled Court hearing is a crucial part of the divorce process. This task emphasizes the importance of appearing before the court on the designated date and time. The desired result is to be present at the scheduled Court hearing. Are you prepared to attend the scheduled Court hearing?
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Negotiate for division of assets and child support if needed
Negotiating for the division of assets and child support, if applicable, is an important aspect of the divorce process. This task helps you understand the negotiation process and encourages open communication between both parties. The desired result is to reach a mutually agreeable settlement regarding assets and child support. Have you started negotiating for the division of assets and child support?
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Approval: Attorney's Prep for possible trial
Will be submitted for approval:
Attend the scheduled Court hearing
Will be submitted
Wait for judge’s decision on division of assets and child custody
Waiting for the judge’s decision on the division of assets and child custody is a crucial part of the divorce process. This task emphasizes the importance of patience during this waiting period. The desired result is to wait for the judge’s decision on division of assets and child custody. Are you currently waiting for the judge’s decision?
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Sign all relevant court documents indicating acceptance of divorce terms
Signing all relevant court documents is an important step to indicate your acceptance of the divorce terms. This task guides you on the process of reviewing and signing the necessary paperwork. The desired result is to have all relevant court documents signed to indicate acceptance of divorce terms. Have you signed all relevant court documents?
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Receive the Final Decree of Divorce from the judge
Receiving the Final Decree of Divorce from the judge marks the official end of the divorce process. This task highlights the significance of obtaining the Final Decree of Divorce. The desired result is to receive the Final Decree of Divorce from the judge. Have you received the Final Decree of Divorce?
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File the divorce decree with the court clerk
Filing the divorce decree with the court clerk is an important step to ensure that the divorce is officially recorded. This task provides guidance on the process of submitting the divorce decree to the court clerk. The desired result is to successfully file the divorce decree with the court clerk. Have you filed the divorce decree with the court clerk?
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Yes
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Change of name and address if necessary
If a change of name or address is required, it is important to update it accordingly. This task reminds you to consider any necessary changes and provides guidance on completing the process. The desired result is to have all necessary changes of name and address completed. Have you completed the necessary changes of name and address?
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Yes
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Inform the necessary institutions about the divorce
Informing the necessary institutions about the divorce is important to update them regarding your marital status. This task guides you on identifying the relevant institutions and notifying them about the divorce. The desired result is to have all necessary institutions informed about the divorce. Have you informed the necessary institutions about the divorce?
