The information provided below does not constitute legal advice.

The Court strongly encourages parties to consult with an attorney- especially in cases where there are any assets: inheritances, real estate, pensions, retirement accounts, and financial accounts that need to be divided.

The Court must hold the final dissolution hearing within ninety (90) days after filing FORM 17 – PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE AND WAIVER OF SERVICE OF SUMMONS.  It is important that parties complete all requirements and call the Court to schedule a hearing as soon as possible.
If your Dissolution is WITH CHILDREN, you MUST complete the Remember the Children program and then call the bailiff to schedule your hearing.

Getting a dissolution is a complicated legal matter. It is highly recommended that you consult with an attorney.

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Review the Local Rules HERE for important instructions and information.

• If you have retained an attorney or intend to, the Court will only communicate with your attorney.
• If you cannot afford the filing fee, you may want to consider filing a Motion to Proceed In Forma Pauperis, asking the Court to proceed without paying for the filing fees.
• To file this motion you will need to file both of the following forms:
  • Instructions 12 – Instructions to Complete a Motion to Proceed In Forma Pauperis and Finacial Disclosure/Fee Waiver Affidavit
  • Local Form 124 – Motion to Proceed In Forma Pauperis-Financial Disclosure Affidavit
• Filing a Motion to Proceed in Forma Pauperis does not mean that your filing and other fees will be free, it means you do not have to pay the initial deposit, but at the conclusion of the case, you will be able to pay the court costs on a payment plan.
  o For further information, please refer to Local Rule 4.02 – Court Costs, Indigence.