Can I get an annulment if my wife cheated on me?

Can I get an annulment if my wife cheated on me?

An annulment cancels a marriage in such a way that it is completely and legally erased. In most cases, the answer is usually no, finding out your spouse is cheating on you is usually not grounds for an annulment. But there can be some nuance to this if certain extenuating circumstances are present.

What constitutes cheating in a divorce?

If you or your spouse has a sexual relationship with anyone else during your legal separation, it can be considered adultery. It can affect your divorce in the same way as adultery in the marriage.

Is spousal support and alimony the same thing?

“Spousal support” is the money that one spouse may have to pay to the other spouse for their financial support following a separation or divorce. It is sometimes called “alimony” or “maintenance.” Spousal support is usually paid on a monthly basis, but it can be paid as a lump sum.

Does it matter who gets served first in a divorce?

One of the main legal advantages that a person gains by filing the divorce petition before his or her spouse does is that the filer can request a Standing Order from the court when filing the petition. If the matter should go to a hearing, the person who files the petition usually presents his or her case first.