Divorce Filing Pause Steps

Summary

In Washington State, a divorce can be paused if both parties agree, but it requires formal steps. A motion to stay the proceedings or a dismissal without prejudice must be filed with the court. Verbal agreements are not sufficient. If no documentation is filed, the divorce remains active. To confirm the status, contact the county clerk to verify if any motions have been filed and request copies of all documents. You and your husband can file a motion to dismiss without a lawyer by downloading the necessary forms, completing them, and submitting them to the court.

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I have not received anything. The only thing we did was to send the county clerk a mail asking for a hearing to be struck. The county clerk answered and said yes. That does not mean that anything is paused.
It sounds like the hearing was canceled, but the divorce proceedings might still be active. To ensure the divorce is paused, you might want to:
- Confirm with your husband's lawyer if a motion to stay or a dismissal has been officially filed.
- Request a copy of any such motion or official documentation for your records.
Would you like more details on how to proceed?
I asked my husband. He said he doesn't have. How is that possible? I am giving everything I have to this family, to make it.
It sounds like there may be some miscommunication or misunderstanding regarding the status of the divorce proceedings. Have you considered contacting your husband's lawyer directly to get clarification and request any official documentation related to the pause or dismissal? This might provide you with the clear information you need.
No, I am not going to contact his lawyer. I just want to know if this is the truth, or not.
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In Washington State, a divorce can indeed be paused or dismissed, but it requires proper legal steps:
- Motion to Stay: Temporarily halt the divorce process.
- Dismissal without Prejudice: Allows refiling in the future.
Without these formal motions, the divorce proceedings continue. It's essential to get official documentation for clarity.
And BOTH these options require documentation? Or just verbal?
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Both a Motion to Stay and a Dismissal without Prejudice require formal documentation to be filed with the court. Verbal agreements are not sufficient to pause or dismiss legal proceedings. It’s crucial to obtain official documentation to ensure the current status of the divorce.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with obtaining this documentation?
I gave my husband my full trust. Do you think he is untrutful?
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It sounds like your husband may not be providing you with all the necessary information. In Washington State, formal documentation is required to pause or dismiss divorce proceedings. If you have not received any official documentation, the divorce may still be active.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with obtaining this documentation?
I have nothing legal, no documentation at all. I do not wish to contact lawyers, just want to be able to rely on what I am told. It hurts, because I feel it is not the truth.
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In Idaho, as in Washington State, any legal pause or dismissal of divorce proceedings requires formal documentation. Verbal agreements alone are not sufficient.
Steps to Confirm Divorce Status:
*. Contact the County Clerk: Verify if any motions have been filed.
*. Request Documentation: Obtain copies of any filed motions from the court.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed?
I just looked up my divorce status in WA courts and it says is active.
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To get a clearer picture and ensure you have accurate information regarding your divorce status:
- Contact the County Clerk in the specific county where your divorce was filed to verify the current status.
- Request copies of all documents filed in your case for clarity.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed?
Does it mean I have been misinformed intentionally?
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It appears that there might be a lack of clear communication or misunderstanding regarding the status of your divorce proceedings. Since the divorce status is still showing as active, it's possible that proper legal steps to pause or dismiss the case haven't been taken.
Would you like to know more about the steps to ensure the divorce is paused or dismissed correctly?
*/*/* Temporary Order Judicial Officer Sandberg, Roger J Hearing Time *:* AM Cancel Reason Stricken Comment PARENTING PLAN
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It seems there might be some confusion or miscommunication regarding the status of your divorce proceedings.
Here are a few steps to help clarify:
- Contact the County Clerk: Verify if any motions to stay or dismiss have been filed.
- Request Documentation: Obtain copies of the filed motions for your records.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with these steps?
What does it mean stricken?
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In a legal context, "stricken" means that the scheduled hearing or order has been removed from the court's calendar and will not take place as scheduled. This action is typically recorded in the court's docket.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with confirming the status of your divorce?
So, it means that that hearing can still happen, only the date will be changed,?
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It means that the hearing has been removed from the calendar entirely and will not take place as scheduled. A new hearing would need to be scheduled separately.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with confirming the status of your divorce?
*-*-*-* | In Re the Marriage of REID WOLL ATWOOD and ANCA-MONICA ATWOOD Case Number *-*-*-* Court Whitman File Date */*/* Case Type DIC Dissolution of Marriage with Children Case Status Active
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It seems you have received a lot of information but still need some clarity. Here are some key points:
- "Stricken" means the hearing is cancelled and will not happen as scheduled.
- For the divorce to be paused, formal documentation like a motion to stay or dismissal without prejudice must be filed.
Would you like more detailed guidance on confirming the status of your divorce?
What should I ask the clerk?
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You should ask the county clerk the following questions:
- Have any motions to stay the proceedings or requests for dismissal without prejudice been filed in my case?
- Can I obtain copies of all documents filed in my case for my records?
- What is the current status of my divorce case?
Would you like more detailed guidance on any of these steps?
I called the clerk and she said that nothing has been put on any pause.
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It sounds like the divorce proceedings are still active. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Confirm with the county clerk that no motions to stay or dismiss have been filed.
- If you haven't received any documentation, it's likely no formal steps were taken to pause the divorce.
Is there anything else you need help with?
She said the divorce is active.
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It seems like the divorce proceedings are still active. Here are a few steps you might consider:
- Confirm with your husband what actions, if any, have been taken.
- Consult with a lawyer to explore your options and ensure your interests are protected.
Is there anything else you need help with?
The clerk said that the only action that has been taken was to cancel a hearing, nothing else.
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It appears that the divorce proceedings are still active since no formal motions to pause or dismiss have been filed.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed in ensuring your interests are protected during this ongoing divorce process?
No.
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It sounds like the divorce is still active since no formal documentation has been filed to pause or dismiss it. To ensure your interests are protected, you might consider consulting a lawyer. They can provide specific guidance based on your situation.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
Can my husband and I file for motion to dismiss without the lawyer?
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Yes, you and your husband can file a motion to dismiss without a lawyer. Here are the steps:
- Download the required forms from the Idaho court's website.
- Fill out the motion to dismiss form.
- Both parties should sign the form.
- File the motion with the court where the divorce was filed.
- Attend any scheduled hearings if required.
Would you like more detailed guidance on this process?
Washington, buy yes
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It seems you have a good amount of information, but I can provide some concise steps to help you out:
*. Get the Forms: Visit the Idaho or Washington court's website to download the necessary forms for a motion to dismiss.
*. Fill Out the Forms: Complete the forms accurately with your husband's help.
*. Sign the Forms: Ensure both parties sign the completed forms.
*. File with the Court: Submit the forms to the court where the divorce was filed.
*. Attend Hearings: Be prepared to attend any hearings if required.
Is there anything else you need help with?
Case Resolution Dismissal Without Trial What does it mean?
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A case resolution dismissal without trial means that the case has been dismissed before going to trial. This can occur for various reasons, such as both parties reaching an agreement, procedural issues, or a lack of evidence.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to proceed with obtaining this type of dismissal?
*/*/* Motion to Dismiss */*/* Order of Dismissal */*/* Case Resolution Dismissal Without Trial
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It looks like the divorce case was dismissed without going to trial. This usually means the case is closed and no further proceedings will occur unless someone refiles.
Would you like more information on the implications of this dismissal?
Yes, please.
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It appears that your divorce case has been dismissed without going to trial. This means:
- The divorce proceedings are officially closed.
- No further legal action will be taken unless someone decides to refile for divorce in the future.
- You and your husband are still legally married.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
Will I get something, like a document?
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Yes, you should receive a formal document, like an Order of Dismissal, from the court. This document is proof that your divorce case has been officially dismissed. You can request a copy from the county clerk where the case was filed.
Is there anything else you need help with?
Will I get it without calling the clerk?
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You may receive the Order of Dismissal by mail if the court sends it out automatically. However, it’s always a good idea to contact the county clerk to ensure you receive the document and to confirm the case status.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
This is everything that happened. I will put it here
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It seems your divorce case has been dismissed, and you are still legally married. To ensure you receive the Order of Dismissal, it might be helpful to contact the county clerk where the case was filed.
Would you like more detailed guidance on any specific part of this process?
*/*/* Case Information Cover Sheet */*/* Petition for Dissolution */*/* Summons */*/* Confidential Information Form */*/* Notice of Appearance */*/* Motion for Temporary Order */*/* Proposed Parenting Plan */*/* Notice of Hearing */*/* Notice Striking Hearing Comment EMAIL */*/* Notice Striking Hearing Comment EMAIL */*/* Motion to Dismiss */*/* Order of Dismissal */*/* Case Resolution Dismissal Without Trial */*/* Temporary Order Judicial Officer Sandberg, Roger J Hearing Time *:* AM Cancel Reason Stricken Comment PARENTING PLAN
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It looks like your divorce case was dismissed without going to trial, meaning the proceedings are officially closed. You and your husband remain legally married unless someone refiles for divorce in the future.
To obtain a copy of the Order of Dismissal, you might need to contact the county clerk where the case was filed.
Is there anything else you need help with?
What is next?
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It seems like your divorce case has been dismissed and you are still legally married. Here are your next steps:
- Contact the County Clerk: Ensure you receive the Order of Dismissal for your records.
- Communicate with your Husband: Discuss future steps and any necessary agreements.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
He fired his lawyer
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It sounds like your husband has decided to dismiss his lawyer. Here are some steps you can take:
- Confirm with County Clerk: Ensure all necessary documentation has been processed.
- Communicate with Husband: Discuss the next steps and ensure you are on the same page.
- Consider Legal Advice: You might want to consider consulting a lawyer to understand your rights and options fully.
Is there anything else you need help with?
Why would I need a lawyer?
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You may not necessarily need a lawyer if you and your husband are in agreement and can handle all necessary paperwork and communication with the court. However, a lawyer can help ensure that all legal procedures are correctly followed, your rights are protected, and any misunderstandings are clarified. They can also guide you through the process and provide peace of mind.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
What paperwork?
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To proceed with the dismissal of your divorce case, you would need to manage the following paperwork:
- Motion to Dismiss Form: Download and fill out this form from the court's website.
- Order of Dismissal: The court will issue this after the motion to dismiss is approved.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?