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* '''Exchange of information'''. The law requires each '''spouse''' to provide the other with "full and true information" so they can resolve their dispute. The court rules set out what information must be provided. | * '''Exchange of information'''. The law requires each '''spouse''' to provide the other with "full and true information" so they can resolve their dispute. The court rules set out what information must be provided. | ||
* '''Meetings to discuss options'''. The court process focuses on helping spouses resolve as many of their issues as possible without having a '''trial'''. Parties meet with a judge early in the process to see if it’s possible to reach an agreement. | * '''Meetings to discuss options'''. The court process focuses on helping spouses resolve as many of their issues as possible without having a '''trial'''. Parties meet with a judge early in the process to see if it’s possible to reach an agreement. | ||
* '''A temporary solution'''. In some cases, one or both spouses may need a ''temporary'' solution for issues, such as support payments or a decision about who lives in the family home. Either spouse can apply to the court for what is called an | * '''A temporary solution'''. In some cases, one or both spouses may need a ''temporary'' solution for issues, such as support payments or a decision about who lives in the family home. Either spouse can apply to the court for what is called an '''interim order'''. An interim order is for a limited time. | ||
If issues remain unresolved, there will be a '''trial''' in court. A judge listens to the evidence presented and makes decisions about the issues. The judge puts the decisions into a final order. Both spouses must do what the court order says. | If issues remain unresolved, there will be a '''trial''' in court. A judge listens to the evidence presented and makes decisions about the issues. The judge puts the decisions into a final order. Both spouses must do what the court order says. | ||
