Divorce Frequently Asked Questions
A divorce is the final or legal ending of a marriage by the court. The person who starts the divorce is known as the plaintiff and the other spouse, the defendant. A professional family law attorney can represent those going through contested or uncontested divorces in New York. They have the necessary experience and resources to help resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Here are some answers to some of the most frequently-asked questions about divorce.
Where do I go to file?
The Supreme Court of the State of New York is the only court that handles divorce cases. A Supreme Court judge is the only person who can grant a divorce legally. You must go to the Supreme Court in the county where you and your spouse live.
What is an annulment?
An annulment says that the marriage wasn’t legally valid. The grounds for annulment is much different than divorce. To get an annulment, you will need to prove bigamy (someone was still married to someone else), adultery, insanity, or lack of mental capacity (to name a few).
How do I start a divorce case?
You have to buy an Index Number at the County Clerk’s office and then file a Summons with Notice. Divorce law can be complicated, so it’s important to hire an experienced family law attorney to represent who understands the legal process ahead.
What legal requirements must I meet to start a divorce?
You must prove that your spouse has lived in New York State for a certain period of time without interruption. Usually this is about one year. You also must have grounds to get divorced whether abandonment, confinement in prison for three or more years, adultery, living separate, cruel and inhuman treatment, or irretrievable breakdown for at least six months.
What is the difference between a contested or uncontested divorce?
An uncontested divorce is when both parties want a divorce and agree on issues related to finances, children, or property after divorce. A contested divorce is when the two parties don’t agree they want a divorce or they disagree on topics related to the divorce.
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If you’re going through divorce and need representation from a divorce attorney, our legal team can help. Our legal team at the law offices of Rubinstein & Associates PLLC can assist you in writing a parenting time agreement, a custody rights arrangement and other topics related to your divorce in NY. We serve the areas of Woodmere, Long Island, Lynbrook, Hewlett, Rockville Center, Cedarhurst and surrounding Nassau County communities. To learn more about how we can help you, visit our website at rubesq.com or call us to schedule a consultation at 516-268-7077 and let us help you defend your legal rights.
