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Divorce Action Checklist - Georgia
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DIVORCE ACTION CHECKLISTINSTRUCTIONS: A. Insert in all divorce and separation files. Keep loose as top item in f ile.B. Refer to Action Checklist Instructions for instructions on completing ea ch step.C. Enter follow-up dates and date each step when completed.D. Responsible party abbreviations: A = Attorney; LA = Secretary/Legal As sistant NO. BY ACTION DIARY DONE 1 LA DIVORCE INFORMATION PAMPHLET TO CLIENT _____ ____ 2 A CLIENT INTERVIEW (MIL & DL-1) _____ ____ 3 LA OPEN FILE & PREPARE PLEADINGS (DF-2 / DF-8) _____ ____ 4 A REVIEW & SIGN PLEADINGS _____ ____ 5 LA VERIFICATION/ AFFIDAVIT SIGNED BY CLIENT (DF-3/4) _____ ____ 6 LA FILE SUIT (DL-2A) _____ ____ 7 LA CONFIRM FILING & RULE DATE _____ ____ 8 LA NOTICE TO CLIENT (DL-2) & TICKLER RULE DATE _____ ____ 9 LA CHECK SERVICE _____ ____ 10 LA PREPARE FOR RULE _____ ____ 11 A RULE HEARING _____ ____ 12 LA TICKLER FOR PRELIMINARY DEFAULT _____ ____ 13 LA MOTION FOR PRELIMINARY DEFAULT (DF-9/9A) _____ ____ 14 LA SET COURT APPEARANCE DATE (DL-2A) _____ ____ 15 LA AFFIDAVIT & JUDGMENT PREPARED (DF10 -11) _____ ____ 16 A CONFIRM DEFAULT _____ ____ 17 LA NOTICE OF JUDGMENT _____ ____ 18 LA DIVORCE REMINDER _____ ____ 19 LA BILL FILE _____ ____ 20 LA CLOSE FILE _____ ____ NOTES & TO DO DATE ACTION DATE DONE ___________________________________________________ ______<<<<<<<<<********>>>>>>>>>>>>> 2 DIVORCE ACTION CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS1. Keep a copy of instructions in file with Action Checklist as guide for each step.2. After completing a step, proceed to next step unless instructed otherwise.3. Make pencil notations on Checklist or Instructions of any questions or modifications. STEP DONE NO. BY INSTRUCTION1. Divorce Information Pamphlet Use an information pamphlet to inform client of general rights and duties in marital matters prior to the attorney interview. 1.1 LA If the client calls for an appointment, the LA should get the client=s name, address and phone no. and if there is sufficient time before the appointment date, mail the Divorce Information Pamphlet. 1.2 LA Otherwise, give the Pamphlet to the client upon arrival in the office to read in the waiting room before the interview. 2. Client Interview Either the Attorney or the Legal Assistant can conduct the initial interview. 2.1 A Master Information List (MIL) - Complete and fill in all information required by particular case. 2.2 A Financial Information Sheet - Complete in cases involving alimony, child support or community property. 2.3 A Income and Expense List (DF1) - In alimony or child support cases give it to client to complete and return to office for review and copying prior to the rule date. 3. Open File and Prepare Pleadings LA Follow Master Information List (MIL) and complete the Divorce Forms DF2-8, as required. 3.1 LA DF3 Verification - Add to petition in all injunction and adultery cases. 3.2 LA DF4 Affidavit - Prepare in Irreconcilable Differences Separation cases. Make two, one for husband and one for wife. 3.3 LA Rule date - In Orleans Parish, you may select a rule date by calling court clerk in Division to which case is allotted for available dates and then checking attorney=s diary. Insert date selected in Order. In other Parishes, the court fixes rule date. 4. Review and Sign A Attorney should review the finished pleadings for completeness and correctness and then sign.<<<<<<<<<********>>>>>>>>>>>>> 3 Work Flow Diagram SECRETARY ATTORNEY Interview Client & Complete New Case MemoPrepare Master Index Cards Prepare Initial Documents or Diary Open File Info File to Client Distribute Index Cards Diary Tickler Cards Prescription Cards Complete Action in file (Copy, Mail, WP) Return To Return to Atty Diary Enter New Files for wk/mo? in 1. Client List ML
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