2. Terms

A term referring to the Petitioner and the Respondent together.

File & Serve

A phrase meaning you file the document to the court and give a copy to the other parties.

Temporary Orders Hearing

A hearing where the Judge will:

• Make any short-term plans.
• Possibly set spousal support payments.

These orders will last until the final decision is made.

3. Status Conference

What is this?

At the Initial Status Conference:

• A Court Facilitator will review the status of your case.
• The Court may order you to go to mediation.
• The Court may schedule a Temporary Orders Hearing at this time.

When is it?

Within 42 days from the start of the case.

Look at the Case Management Order or Notice of Initial Status Conference. These documents will have:

• Either the time and location of the meeting. Or,
• Information on how to schedule.

Who goes?

• The parties will meet with a Judge or a Family Court Facilitator.
• Do NOT bring your kid(s) to this meeting.

What do I bring?

File & serve these forms and bring a copy to the Conference:

• Certificate of Compliance - JDF 1104.
  • Note - Do not file any of the attachments.
  • Note - Only if it is completed by both parties.