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  • How is the divorce commenced?
  • A document is filed with the Court Clerk's office called a "Complaint". After it is filed, it is served upon the other spouse. The other spouse can then file another pleading called an "Answer" or an "Appearance." Together, these documents will allow the parties to come before the Court for a determination. Many times, all issues have been resolved by the parties amicably, either between their attorneys or with the assistance of a mediator. Thus, once the Complaint is filed and a default is taken, the divorce is then granted quickly. Other times, the filing of the divorce Complaint is only the beginning of the action and the beginning of a long road to determine all issues involved in the divorce.
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