Q: I am trying to file for separation and I printed out the separation agreement and took it to the court house to file. Wh
How do I go about doing all this? I was under the impression I could fill out the paper and pay a filing fee and that was done
A: An agreement has to be approved by a judge after a hearing where both parties appear, have provided financial declarations and answered the judge's questions. A hearing can only be scheduled for a case that has been previously filed with the court. A case is commenced in family court by the filing of a summons and complaint, after which it has to be served on the other party and proof of service filed with the court. Procedurally, more is required after that before you get to the hearing to have the agreement approved.
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