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Family law glossary - D

Dependant        

A person who depends on another person for support, e.g. for financial support. 

Directions         

Instructions given by a judge as to what steps should be taken in a case.

Disclosure        

Parties in financial proceedings must disclose (show to the other party) any documents they intend to rely on to support their case.

Divorce

The legal end of a marriage.

Divorce petition

An application to court for the legal ending of a marriage.

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