The assignment of the Judge is made by computer.
Court proceedings are public information.
The filing of and the granting of a divorce are reported in the newspaper. This hearing usually takes place around three weeks from the date the Petition was filed 60 day waiting period - There is a 60 day minimum mandatory waiting period from the date of service before the Decree can be entered. The date of service is the day the Voluntary Appearance is filed with the Court or the day the Respondent is served by the Sheriff. In Douglas county, it is mandatory. The parties are also required to attend seminars on divorce and the effects on children.