There are many variables. Depends on the county. In Charlotte my Ex filed in Oct 07 with my delays and other wrangling trial was finally scheduled for September 08. Never made it that far. Other factors caused it to be pushed back. Some I controlled, some I didn’t. Final ED can take years.
Let me ask this question. Can you just walk away? If you file for and get a divorce you cannot file an ED lawsuit. It is over in regards to property. Unless you own a house jointly then obviously you would be entitled to half of the equity (if you have any).
My suggestion is, avoid the court room if you can. From what I have heard very few people on either side come out of a trial happy with the outcome.
This can vary widely depending on the county, but you can typically expect to wait a year from the time an action is filed until the time a judge makes a final decision. In some counties, the dockets are not as crowded and you may be able to have a hearing in less than a year.
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My ex refused to settle and unfortuneately I will be forced to file against her for EQD. From the date I file how long before we are in trial and the Judge does the split?