What is default Judgement in a child custody case mean?
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What is default Judgement in a child custody case mean?
A default judgment in a child custody case is a decision made by a judge in favor of one party due to the inaction of the opposing party. In a child custody battle, if a defendant fails to respond to the inquires of the court within enough time, a default judgment can be granted in favor of the plaintiff.
How do I file a default Judgement for divorce in Michigan?
Find the Default Request and Entry form that was prepared when you used the Do-It-Yourself Divorce tool. Enter your case number and the name of the assigned judge in the top right corner of the form. Take the Default Request and Entry form to the court clerk’s office. The clerk will sign the form, entering the default.
Why would you contest a divorce?
When spouses can’t agree in a divorce proceeding, it’s called a contested divorce. In these situations, they either hire a divorce mediator or go before the court and the court will make the final decision on all issues they were not able to negotiate.
