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How Do I File For Divorce?
Filing for divorce is like initiating any other civil lawsuit – you must first file papers at the courthouse (a “Complaint”). Many states have the necessary forms available … more
What Exactly Does It Mean To Be Divorced?
If you are divorced it means that a judge has signed a “dissolution of marriage” declaring that you are no longer legally married to your spouse. Just as getting married is a … more
What Is The Difference Between a "Fault" and a "No Fault" Divorce?
A “no fault” divorce is one where the spouse filing for divorce does not have to prove that the other spouse did something wrong. All states allow divorces regardless of who is at … more

Common Grounds for Divorce
First, keep in mind that you do not have to prove certain grounds or reasons in order to get a divorce. These are commonly called “no-fault” divorces. If you file for a no-fault divorce, you can get a divorce for any reason or no reason at all. In other words, you don’t have to prove anything to the court in order to get divorced, and your spouse typically … more
Infidelity and Divorce
The reason why a married couple is seeking a divorce matters in divorce proceedings. While technically matters such as infidelity do not affect whether or not you can get a divorce in a no fault divorce state, infidelity can affect other matters important to the divorce settlement. Technically, all of the states in the United States have some form of no fault divorce. However, the … more