If I filed for divorce but no longer wish to continue with it, how do I end the proceedings?
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If I filed for divorce but no longer wish to continue with it, how do I end the proceedings?
He has not been served yet and we are back together.
Asked on July 6, 2015 under Family Law, Michigan
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
The person initiating any lawsuit or legal proceeding can always call it off or dismiss it. Contact the clerk of the court, explain that you wish to dismiss the proceeding, let him/her know the current status (e.g. filed but not served) and ask the clerk for how to dismiss it; the clerk can give you precise instructions to follow. It will involve filing some document or sending a letter to the court, but let the clerk guide you as to what you need to do.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can file a Request for Dismissal (court form) with the court.
There are two types of dismissals. A dismissal with prejudice means that the case cannot be reinstated. A dismissal without prejudice means the case can be reinstated. Check the appropriate boxes on the form.
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