Legal Question in Family Law in Alabama
pro se filing
Can the Answer and waiver be filed at the same time as the complaint? If not how long do you have to get this signed and filed? I am having to mail all papers to husband for signature. thank you for any and all help
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: pro se filing
the answer and waiver can be filed with the complaint, or after filing the complaint. after the comlaint is filed there is a period of time allowed for service of the complaint. after service of the complaint on the other party the case will be set for trial by the court. if a settlement is reached during the time before service or during the time between service and the trial setting, the waiver and agreement and certain other necessary documents may be filed. The case will not be set for trial unless service is obtained against the other party. The case will probably be set for trial sooner if an answer is filed. i hope that this helps you, please call me if i can be of further assistance.