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To begin a custody action, fill out a Petition for Custody to specify what you're asking the court to grant. You may have to include other forms. For example, Shelby County requires an affidavit confirming the court has jurisdiction. Some courts require you to attach proof of the child's parentage to the petition.

The first step in filing a small claims case is to obtain and fill out the necessary forms (such as the complaint) and pay the required fees. You'll need the name and address of the person or business you're suing (the defendant), as well as the date the claim arose and the amount you intend to ask for in damages.

The first step in filing a small claims case is to obtain and fill out the necessary forms (such as the complaint) and pay the required fees. You'll need the name and address of the person or business you're suing (the defendant), as well as the date the claim arose and the amount you intend to ask for in damages.

Generally, most divorces will require you to complete, sign, and notarize each of the following forms: Complaint for Divorce. Spouse's Personal Information. Health Insurance Notice. Agreed Permanent Parenting Plan (if applicable) Divorce Agreement. Final Decree of Divorce. Court Order for Divorcing Spouses.

In general, to request that a court modify child support, a parent's lawyer will draft a petition to modify child support alleging the necessary factual and legal requirements, will file that petition in the applicable court clerk's office, and will then have that petition served on the other parent.

If you are not serving defendants via the Sheriff's Office (e.g., hiring a private company or doing it yourself), the filing fee is $140.50. The filing fee must be paid by cash or money order. The judge may award you the filing fee if you win.