Summons Petition For Dissolution Of Marriage Civil Union {ATJ 113.8}

ATJ 113.8 - SUMMONS PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE/CIVIL UNION. This form is used in the State of Illinois to officially notify the respondent (the person being sued for divorce) that a divorce case has been filed against them in circuit court. This form informs the respondent that they are required to respond to the lawsuit by filing an Appearance and an Answer or Response within 30 days of being served. Failure to do so may result in the court entering a default judgment against them, meaning the case could be decided without their input. The summons also includes instructions on how to file a response, options for remote court appearances, and explains the Dissolution Action Stay that goes into effect upon service. This stay prohibits both parties from engaging in abusive behavior or hiding children from the other parent. The form contains detailed sections for the respondent’s contact information, instructions for serving the documents, and a Proof of Service section that must be completed by the sheriff or process server. www.FormsWorkflow.com