Q: I have a legal separation now will a legal divorce cost the same
Will a divorce Cost Less since I have a legal separation
A: If your legal separation resulted in a Judgment, resolving ALL issues related to assets and debts (including property, debts, investments, businesses, pensions, reimbursements, etc.) what would be left is a Judgment of Dissolution of the Marriage. You will need to file and serve an Amended Petition for Dissolution, wait six months and then submit a request for Judgment, either by default or by stipulation with the other side. I suggest you have an attorney or the court's family law facilitator (for free) review all your documents to see what specific steps your case will require. Typically, if everything has been done, the cost will be minimal.
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