Drafting the Petition for Divorce — Building the Case from the First Pleading

Drafting the Petition for Divorce — Building the Case from the First Pleading

Once you understand the foundation of divorce law, the next step is learning how to put it into action. In this class, we focus entirely on drafting the Petition for Divorce—the document that opens the case and sets the tone for everything that follows.

You’ll learn what information must be included, how to structure each section clearly and legally, and how to tailor petitions for contested, uncontested, with or without minor children, or when requesting attorney’s fees or temporary relief. We’ll also discuss common mistakes, required affidavits, and how to ensure the petition complies with local court rules and standing orders.

By the end of this class, you’ll know how to create a professional, complete Petition for Divorce that clearly states the issues, protects your client, and properly initiates the legal process.

Digital, editable versions of all…