original pettion
a legal document that begins the divorce process by filing with the court, requesting a divorce from the opposing party, and setting forth certain details such as the parties involved, the state of the marriage, and the grounds for the divorce. the original petition contains a list of requests, including temporary orders, custody and support for children, spousal support, division of property, and other relief deemed suitable by the court. the information required in the original petition varies depending on the laws of the state in which the case is being filed. after the original petition is filed, the court assigns a case number and magistrate to the case, sets a case hearing date, begins the waiting period required by state law for divorce proceedings, and handles any other matters that may arise during the divorce.
The primary purpose of the original petition is to initiate the divorce process by providing necessary information to the court so that the court can make an informed decision and issue a divorce decree. this document serves as a roadmap for guiding the parties through the divorce process and ensures that all legal requirements are met before the divorce can be granted.