Kan. R. Jud. Dist. 18

As amended through October 30, 2024
Rule 18 - Scheduling of Divorce and Separate Maintenance Cases

Except for good cause shown, all divorce and separate maintenance cases shall be docketed by the clerk of the court for trial on the first motion day following the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date of the filing of the petition. At the time of the trial all uncontested issues shall be heard. The remaining issues, if any, shall be bifurcated and tried at a later time. In the event petitioner fails to appear in person or by counsel for trial at the time docketed for trial by the clerk of the court, or at such later time as may be ordered by the court, the case shall be dismissed, except for good cause shown.

Kan. R. Jud. Dist. 18