Rule Nisi

What the heck is a "Rule Nisi"???

How is that pronounced?
Rool, N-eye, Sigh.  (the Nigh does not have two syllables)

What does it literally mean?
It means that a ruling is near.

What is it's practical effect?
It sets a court hearing.

What does it look like??

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF  _______________________ COUNTY

STATE OF GEORGIA

JOHN SMITH                                         )
                                                                )
v.                                                             ) Civil Action File
                                                                ) Number ___________________________
JANE SMITH                                         )

____________________________________________________________

The parties are hereby ordered to appear before the Honorable ________________________ in the Superior Court of ____________________ County, in Courtroom____________ on the _______ day of _______________, 2012 to show cause why the request for relief in the Complaint for Divorce should not be granted.

                                                                     _________________________________

                                                                     Judge_________________

                                                                     Superior Court of ______________ County

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