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Separation and Divorce
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What is a legal separation?
A Legal Separation is similar to a divorce in that the issues relating to child custody, child support, visitation, alimony or … more -
What is an annulment?
An annulment is a method of voiding the contract of marriage. If an annulment is granted, the result is that the parties are … 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 … more
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- How To File for a Simplified Divorce
Some states allow for a “Summary Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage” when a couple has only been married for a limited time, does not have any children, has limited marital assets and debts, neither party is asking for spousal support and both parties agree to the divorce. In a summary divorce the couple usually will not appear in court and will have the final order stamped by a court clerk instead of a judge. In most states the only steps required to file a summary divorce are: STEP 1 – Jointly File the Application The couple must file the application for summary divorce with the court clerk. Both parties do not file a separate petition but must … more
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