A "divorce complaint" is a formal legal document that starts the process of ending a marriage. It outlines the reasons for the divorce and the requests or demands of the person filing it. Full definition
You can have your lawyer file for divorce and serve the filed divorce complaint and a summons on your spouse, starting the divorce litigation process in court. (njfamilylaw.net)
To obtain a custody order, you must file a motion with the court or include your request in your initial divorce complaint, along with a plan for custody. (info.legalzoom.com)
Your spouse then has the option to file a response to the petition or a separate divorce complaint. (info.legalzoom.com)