West Newsmagazine 10-11-17

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October 11, 2017
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How long do we wait for
a court judgment in Family Law?
Stange Law Firm, PC
Going through a divorce or family law matter
can be a tough experience. In some cases, parties
are not able to settle their case and the case goes
to trial.
Trials in a divorce or family law matter can
sometimes be done in a day. In other cases, a divorce
or family law matter can take multiple days
based on the circumstances. The more complex the
case, the more time it might take to have the case
heard.
After a trial finally ends, many wonder how
long it will take for the judge to make their decision.
Many have watched courtroom television
shows and may think that the judge rules from the
bench at the end of the trial. If that does not happen,
many can become very disappointed.
The reality is that every situation is different.
What happens can vary greatly based on the jurisdiction,
venue and the judge who has heard the
case. Thus, it is vital that a party speak to an attorney
who is licensed and competent to practice law
in their jurisdiction.
But in a general sense, parties oftentimes need
to temper their expectations in terms of the length
of time it takes for a judge to issue a judgment. In
many instances, it can take a judge weeks, if not
months, to enter a decision after the conclusion of a
divorce or family law trial.
When parties hear this, many are confused
and dismayed. Many ask, “Why does it take so long
many ask?” or “Why can’t the judge just rule from
the bench after the trial?”
Truth be told, the judge might not have made
up their mind after the trial. They might need some
time to think it over. If there was a lot of evidence
submitted, the judge may need the time to review it
all. The judge may want to go back and review the
trial transcript as it relates to certain evidence.
Judges also may have to make specific legal
findings and findings of fact in a written judgment
pursuant to the laws in the state in which the case
was heard. Thus, it might be inappropriate for the
judge to rule from the bench without issuing a written
judgment that explains what they found and
what law was relied upon.
Some judges might feel that they may be
better able to explain what their findings are in
a written judgment versus trying to explain it from
the bench. There is also a risk as well that parties
might be better able to understand the
judge’s decision by reading it some time later
versus hearing it when emotions are still high
right after a trial has ended.
Judges also can hear many cases, have
busy dockets and other important items on their
agenda, etc. This can result in a waiting period
as well. These are just a few reasons why the
waiting time for a judgment may vary.
Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice
to family law matters including divorce, child
custody, child support, paternity, guardianship,
adoption, juvenile matters, collaborative law
and other domestic relation matters. Stange Law
Firm, PC gives clients 24/7 access to their case
through a secured online case tracker found on
the website. They also give their clients their cell
phone numbers.
Stange Law Firm, PC understands the
emotions that can come from a divorce or family
law matter. No matter the family law issue you
face, we are here to help you rebuild your life.
Call for a consultation today at 855-805-0595.
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Ellisville, MO 63011
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120 South Central Ave., Suite 450
Clayton, MO 63105
855-805-0595
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