When I get Divorced do I Have to go to Court?

Will you need to go in front of a judge for a divorce in court? This is a fear of many clients. The answer will differ depending on your situation. If you are able to come to an agreement prior to the divorce you may avoid the courtroom.

The attorneys at Turner-Monahan have assisted clients both in and out of the court room when filing divorce.

Learn today from our managing partner Mr. Monahan when you might expect to be required to go to a courtroom. 

If you’re getting divorced, you may or may not have to go to court. In some instances, temporary orders are necessary to make sure that the parties continue to act and operate on what was called the status quo, meaning that they continue to do as they’ve done over the past 4 to12 months. Sometimes that’s required, sometimes it’s not

Many times when there are children involved with parties who can’t come to an agreement prior to having a temporary hearing, you’re going to have to go to court.

If your if your case is completely amicable, meaning that you’re able to get it agreed. You may not have to go to court but sometimes the judges will require prove ups to where one of the parties has to be present with the attorney to get the case proved up and get it finalized and to have the order signed.

It really depends on the court and it depends upon the county that you’re in. Some counties require it some counties don’t. It just depends upon the process.

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