Thoughts, insights and information about the divorce process. Nothing here should be considered to be legal advice. If you need legal advice, you need to hire a lawyer.
The short answer is no. The system of law we have here is one where both sides get a chance to have their case presented to the judge. Not everyone takes this opportunity, and some waive it, but it is the right of due process.
Annulments are possible for people not validly married in the first place
Even if your divorce is simple, you should have a divorce lawyer help you.
For some people, a judgment of separation makes more sense than a divorce. However, there are differences between the two and they can affect you. For the purposes of this, a marriage and a civil union are treated as the same thing.
We just don’t want to give you wrong advice that hurts you.
Maybe…If you or your soon-to-be-ex added money ot a retirment account during marriage, then it could be divided. If you can reach agreements outside of court amicably, then you control if your retirement is divided.
Child support is determined by law. The calcualtions take into account the time you spend with your child.
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Some ideas on where to start your discussions with your soon-to-be-ex
Ideas on how to tell your children before you start the process
