Defendant Forms (Divorce with Minor Child)

A set of forms and instructions for the defendant in a divorce action involving minor children.

Forms for the Defendant in a Divorce with Children

In a divorce proceeding, the individual who receives or is served with a summons and complaint in a divorce action is designated as the defendant, while the other party is referred to as the plaintiff. The forms provided below include checklists and guidelines for responding and finalizing the divorce process.

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Answering a Summons and Complaint for Divorce

A checklist for a defendant in a divorce proceeding involving minor children.

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Instructions and form for the defendant to Answer the plaintiffs summons and complaint in a divorce with children minor action.

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Form for South Dakota case filing, collecting personal and business details, legal representation, and case type specifics for record-keeping.

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This form is a Financial Affidavit used to disclose income, expenses, assets and debts, ensuring accurate financial assessments by the court.

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A set of parenting guidelines that are required to be served with a Summons and Complaint for Divorce with Minor Children.

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Request to Waive Filing Fee

This form allows individuals in South Dakota to request a waiver of court filing and service fees due to financial hardship.

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This form is a court order granting a waiver of filing and service fees in South Dakota cases, issued upon approval of a motion due to financial hardship.

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Request to Waive Parenting Course Requirement

Confirms completion of a court-approved parenting course, meeting legal requirements for custody, visitation, or support cases.

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Settling a Divorce

A settlement form is a mutual agreement between the parties in divorce cases with minor children, avoiding court intervention.

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An Affidavit establishing jurisdiction and grounds for divorce with minor children.

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Finalizing a Stipulated Divorce

This form collects key details for child support cases, ensuring accurate records and compliance in uncontested custody matters.

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A form to finalize a divorce decree involving minor children and when both parties have signed a stipulation agreement.

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Dismissing a Divorce Case

Steps and form for dismissing a civil action by mutual agreement of both parties.

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Print All Packet

A combined packet of the above listed forms for the defendant in a divorce action involving minor children

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For Questions on Forms

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For specific questions on UJS forms, you can email UJS staff at ujssrlhelp@ujs.state.sd.us or call the legal form helpline at 1-855-784-0004.

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