Q: After I enter a request to enter default how do I know it was granted and if it was what do I have to do to finalize
A:
When you file three copies of the request to enter default you must also provide to the court a stamped and postage paid envelop back to yourself and one to the opposing party. Once the Request to enter Default has been filed and accepted by the court you will received a filed stamped copy back in the envelop that you provided.
Once this step has been completed then you must file and serve your preliminary declarations of disclosure and all of the necessary attachments to the opposing party and then file form FL-141 with the court as your proof of completion of your preliminary declarations of disclosure.
Then once that step is completed you may file a default judgment and all of the necessary attached forms to complete the process and finalize your divorce. This step can be tricky and therefore it is advised that you seek help at the self help clinic located at the court house or you reach out to a competent attorney to assist you. If you have any further questions or need assistance please do not hesitate to contact me at my office.
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