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He/she will question demographics; the names of you and your spouse as well as your children and everyone's ages and birthdays. He/she may also ask when you were married and when you separated. Occasionally the judge will ask whether or not you actually want the divorce.

Answering the complaint ? Once served with divorce papers, the other spouse has 30 days to file a formal response with the court, including any defenses or counterclaims.

Your answer must be in writing and must be filed with the Clerk of the Court of the County and State printed on the petition. Remember: You must file your answer with the Court within the number of days stated on the Summons.

In a contested divorce, the answer to this is simple ? YES. Since it is a contested matter, a hearing before a judge or jury will be required in order for them to make a final decision regarding the division of assets, child support, child custody, alimony, etc.

Summons. The Georgia divorce Summons tells the Respondent that he or she has 30 days to file an answer to the Petition, or else a default may be entered. Sheriff's Entry of Service. The sheriff files this form to certify that the Respondent was properly served with the Petition and Summons.

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