In a divorce case, the judge listens to the parties and asks various questions according to the content of the case. These questions are made to understand the reasons for the divorce, the status of the children, property division and important issues such as alimony. Some common questions that can be asked to the woman’s side are:
1. Causes of Problems in Marriage
What are the main problems in your marriage?
What are the reasons behind your request for divorce?
How would you describe the communication problems between you and your spouse?
Has your spouse ever forced you physically, psychologically or emotionally?
2. Violence or Mistreatment in Marriage
Have you been subjected to physical or psychological violence by your spouse?
Has your spouse ever threatened you?
Has there been any mistreatment or harassment in your marriage?
3. Division of Property
Do you have information about the assets acquired during the marriage?
Has there been any division of your joint assets?
Do you have information about the assets in your home, bank accounts or other assets?
4. Alimony and Financial Claims
Do you have a request for alimony? If so, have you determined the amount?
How do you plan to support yourself and your children after the divorce?
Have you requested alimony considering your spouse’s financial situation?
5. Custody and Status of Children
Do you have a request regarding the custody of your children?
What was your spouse’s attitude towards your children?
Have you had any disagreements with your spouse regarding the care and education of your children?
Under what conditions would you like to raise your children?
6. Relationships within the Family and Other Parties
How would you describe your relationship with your spouse’s family?
Were there any influences from third parties, namely your relationships with another person or persons, during the marriage?
Did you think your spouse was in another relationship?
7. Requests for Divorce
Did you inform your spouse about this when you wanted a divorce?
Did you have any difficulties in getting a divorce, did your spouse accept this process?
What are your requests regarding the children during the divorce?
8. Your Spouse’s Behavior and Changes within the Marriage
Have there been any changes in behavior or attitudes in your marriage over time?
Do you think that changes in your spouse’s work or social life are affecting your marriage?
These questions may expand depending on the content of the divorce case and the demands of the parties. The judge takes into account the statements of the parties by asking such questions when making his decision by clarifying the woman’s request for divorce and her reasons. The answers to the questions can determine the course of the case, and can affect the results, especially in important matters such as child custody, alimony demands and property division.
