Judge Cody Grant Henson

Applies to

Petition

The Petitioner must attach a copy of the order to the original petition and every copy.

Applies to

Petition

If the Petitioner has not attached the order, the Clerk must ensure a copy is attached to the petition and every copy presented when the petition is filed.

Applies to

Domestic relations order

The party receiving a portion of another party's retirement benefit through a domestic relations order should present the order when the divorce decree is signed, if at all possible.

The written vacation designation must be filed at least 90 days before the vacation.

Each party must file the sworn inventory and appraisement within 60 days after the Respondent's answer or waiver is filed.

The parties may agree in writing to exchange inventories without filing them or to delay filing beyond 60 days after an answer or waiver, but the Court may still require filing over their objection unless a written agreement completely settles property, custody, and support.

Before presenting a TRO or other petition for extraordinary relief, the plaintiff's or movant's attorney must notify the known opposing attorney and give that attorney an opportunity to appear.

A Judge may require an in-court hearing instead of a telephone hearing at any time, including after the conference call, with notice to all parties.

A copy of the written vacation designation must be provided to all Court Coordinators.

Attorneys should observe the ethical canons concerning discussion of cases with the media and improper ex parte communications with the Judge.

Attorneys should make advance arrangements with the Bailiff when they anticipate needing to move furniture or set up electronic equipment.

Contact

Phone

At the Judge's discretion, hearings that do not require evidence may be held by telephone conference call if advance arrangements ensure the Judge is available.