First Appointment query

I'm representing myself in person and finding it pretty difficult wading through all the procedural aspects of dissolution.

My STBX has completed a Form G stating she will not be in a position to proceed with a FDR on the First Appointment. Does that mean the First Appointment will not go ahead? Or do I still need to attend?

Candice

Hello

It just means FDA will only be FDA and not used as FDR, so you still need to go.

The Form G should be sumitted by both parties. The usual response in the form is that the FDA cannot be used as a FDR as there is outstanding disclosure.

If both parties have provided disclosure they can use the FDA as a FDR which means the Judge will look at the case and give his/her opinion on the likely settlement. This is then used as a springboard to negotiate and hopefully settle.

If you beleive there are outstanding issues which would prevent settlement e.g. disputed valuation of property, non disclosure of pension, bank accounts, other assets etc. then you can complete a Form G confirming that you do not wish to use the FDA as a FDR.

Charles

thanks again!!

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