If my wife’s attorney files a petition for seperation and then says he is not going to keep me to it, and then does, can i fight it?

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If my wife’s attorney files a petition for seperation and then says he is not going to keep me to it, and then does, can i fight it?

Asked on June 11, 2009 under Family Law, Oregon

Answers:

N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

I'm assuming that the attorney wants you to agree to everything your wife is asking for in the petition.

You must be served with the petition and you then have 30 days after service to file a response with the court.

In the response, there is space for you to disagree with any items asked for in the petition. You can also write in items that you would like the court to order that are not included in the petition.

Before agreeing to anything and before a final separation judgment is signed by a judge, you should consult an attorney to protect your interests.

If you have already been served with the petition, make sure that you file a response with the court within the time limits to preserve your rights.


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