Is it customary for the plaintiff’s attorney to fill out and file all of documents associated with divorce?
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Is it customary for the plaintiff’s attorney to fill out and file all of documents associated with divorce?
I was told by my attorney that the plaintiff’s attorney is responsible for completing and filing the quit claim deeds and the settlement agreement. Is this correct?
Asked on May 3, 2011 under Family Law, Georgia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, the party that starts the lawsuit - the plaintiff as you correctly state here - will file all the documents that are necessary to the completion of the matter. However, that can be decided otherwise if the parties so choose. I am assuming that what you are concerned about are the legal fees involved with the matter, correct? The defendant generally pays lass in the legal fees associated with filing the lawsuit and preparing the necessary documentation to finalize the matter. But your attorney should be reviewing the documents prior to their being filed to make sure that they are correct and that your best interests are being protected. Good luck to you.
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