What happens if I ignore this notice?

If no answer is filed by July 2, 2026, the court may enter a default judgment granting the divorce and property division requested.

How do I respond to the petition?

File a written answer in Love County District Court before July 2, 2026 or contact the petitioner's attorney for details.

Who filed the divorce and who is the respondent?

Patricia Elizabeth Phillips filed the petition; Craig Robert Bachman is the named respondent.

Court Notice — 215 N. Walnut, Pauls Valley, OK (FD-2026-9)

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Dissolution of marriage

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A Petition for Dissolution of Marriage was filed by Patricia Phillips against Craig Robert Bachman in Love County, Oklahoma. Bachman’s whereabouts are unknown; he must answer by July 2, 2026, or the court may grant the divorce and property division requested by the petitioner.

Key Takeaways

Answer the petition by July 2, 2026 or default judgment may be entered
Petitioner seeks dissolution and division of marital and separate property
Summons published because respondent's whereabouts are unknown
Attorneys for petitioner: Valley Law Partners, Pauls Valley, OK

Deadline · Response Deadline

July 2, 2026

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Published

May 14, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
File an answer
If you are Craig Robert Bachman, file an answer in Love County District Court by July 2, 2026 to avoid default judgment.
2
Contact petitioner's attorney
Call Valley Law Partners at (405) 238-4460 or email jacobdheskett@gmail.com for information on the case.
3
Seek your own attorney
Consult a family law attorney promptly to protect your rights and respond before July 2, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I ignore this notice?: If no answer is filed by July 2, 2026, the court may enter a default judgment granting the divorce and property division requested.
How do I respond to the petition?: File a written answer in Love County District Court before July 2, 2026 or contact the petitioner's attorney for details.
Who filed the divorce and who is the respondent?: Patricia Elizabeth Phillips filed the petition; Craig Robert Bachman is the named respondent.

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Legal terms in this notice

Summons by publication: A court notice published in a newspaper when a defendant's whereabouts are unknown.
Default judgment: A court decision entered against a party who fails to respond or appear.
Dissolution of Marriage: Legal termination of a marriage, commonly called divorce.

Full Notice Text

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF LOVE COUNTYSTATE OF OKLAHOMANOTICE OF PUBLICATIONCase No. FD-2026-9 	 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:PATRICIA ELIZABETH PHILLIPS,Petitioner, -and-CRAIG ROBERT BACHMAN, Respondent.   TO: Craig Robert Bachman:  PLEASE TAKE NOTICE  that a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you in the District Court of Love County, Oklahoma in the above entitled action, by the Petitioner, Patricia Phillips. This summons by publication is specifically directed to Craig Robert Bachman, whose whereabouts are unknown. The nature of this suit against you is in regards to a dissolution of your marriage to Patricia Phillips. The Petitioner is requesting a decree of Dissolution of Marriage; all separate property acquired by her prior to marriage and after separation; a fair and equitable division and distribution of the property accumulated by the parties, and such other and further relief to which Petitioner may be entitled.Unless you answer the petition on or before July 2, 2026 judgment will be taken in favor of Patricia Phillips and against you as previously specified.Issued this 28th day of April , 2026.WENDY HOLLAND, Court ClerkBy: /s/ Deputy Court ClerkJacob Heskett (OBA # 34156)   Mary Beth Heskett (OBA #35414)Valley Law Partners, PLLC215 N. WalnutPauls Valley, OK  73075Phone: (405) 238-4460jacobdheskett@gmail.commarybethheskett@gmail.com ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONERFirst Publication: May 14, 2026Final Publication: May 28, 2026Sentinel