Oregon Co-Petitioners' Affidavit Supporting Stipulated Judgment of Dissolution
About this form
The Co-Petitioners' Affidavit Supporting Stipulated Judgment of Dissolution is a legal document used by married couples seeking a divorce in Oregon. This form certifies essential facts regarding the marriage, including the date and location of the marriage, the existence of irreconcilable differences, the residency of at least one party, and details regarding spousal support. Unlike other divorce forms, this affidavit supports a stipulated judgment, which indicates that both parties agree to the terms without a court hearing.
What’s included in this form
- Identification of the Co-Petitioners and details of the marriage, including date and location.
- Declaration of irreconcilable differences causing the marriage breakdown.
- Certification regarding residency within the county of filing.
- Confirmation that there are no pending domestic relations suits related to the marriage.
- Affidavit supporting requests for spousal support if applicable.
When to use this form
This form should be used when both spouses agree to a divorce and want to file a joint petition for dissolution of marriage. It is particularly relevant when there are no disputes regarding child custody or spousal support. If both parties wish to resolve their divorce amicably and are ready to submit a stipulated judgment to the court, this affidavit is essential.
Who should use this form
- Couples in Oregon who are seeking an uncontested divorce.
- Both spouses must agree on the terms of the dissolution.
- Individuals who have no minor children or unresolved domestic issues that would require a different legal approach.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the Co-Petitioners by entering their names and the date of marriage.
- Check the box indicating that irreconcilable differences exist between the parties.
- Complete the residency certification, confirming where each party currently lives.
- State if there are any pending domestic relations suits and if either party is pregnant.
- Sign the affidavit in the presence of a notary public.
Notarization guidance
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to have the affidavit notarized before submission.
- Not accurately completing residency information or failing to check relevant boxes.
- Neglecting to mention any pending domestic relations suits or issues related to spousal support.
Summary of main points
- The Co-Petitioners' Affidavit supports a joint petition for divorce in Oregon.
- It requires both spouses to agree on the terms and confirm facts about their marriage.
- Notarization is a necessary step to validate the document before submission.
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In a contested divorce the petitioner (plaintiff) petitions the court for a divorce and respondent (defendant) has to respond. When the petition is jointly filed, the spouses are called Co-Petitioners. The husband and wife petition the court together with paperwork that is signed by both parties.
§ 107.075 (2021).) Some uncontested dissolutions where the parties have no children can be completed in under a month. Most often, though, an Oregon uncontested dissolution will take one to three months to finalize.
Oregon is NOT a community property state, which means that marital property is not automatically divided 50/50 between the spouses in a divorce case.
Will it take me long to get a divorce? An uncontested divorce (where you and your spouse agree about the terms of the divorce) can be final about three months after the divorce petition is filed and delivered to your spouse. You may be able to reduce this time if the judge thinks you have a very good reason.
In Oregon, couples can marry the day after the divorce is finalized. However, you may want to consider taking things slow. Remarrying immediately after divorce is not always the best decision but ultimately it is up to you. You may want to consider preparing a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot.
Filing Fees for Uncontested Divorce It costs $301 to file a dissolution of marriage in Oregon. Filing fees do change, though, so you'll want to confirm the fee with the clerk of the court where you'll be filing your petition. Most of the time, you pay the filing fee at the same time you file the petition.
Oregon law creates a ?short form? summary dissolution proceeding for people with very simple divorce cases. If you meet all the requirements for a summary dissolution, you can get the forms at the county courthouse or at the court's website.
After you have gone through all the steps in a divorce, you will get a "General Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage," which is a court order that ends your marriage. The divorce judgment will usually state: The date your marriage ends (this is the date the judge signs the judgment);
