What is the law for divorce in New York State?
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What is the law for divorce in New York State?
Legal Grounds for Divorce As of Octo, New York is now a no-fault divorce law state. Meaning you can get a “no-fault” divorce if, according to either party, the marriage has “broken down irretrievably” for a period of at least six months.
Is there a way to force a divorce?
Typically, if you and your spouse have reached a divorce settlement agreement on all of your issues, you can bring your agreement and any necessary divorce paperwork to court, where a judge will review it, issue orders based on that agreement, and grant you a divorce.
Does it matter where you got married to get a divorce?
Mostly the state where you are divorced. The laws where you were married, where you have lived since marriage, may matter but usually don’t.
How long is a divorce petition valid?
Divorce papers that have not been filed do not expire (whereas if a marital settlement agreement that has been filed but not ratified will be dismissed by the court for lack of record activity in 1 year). When you say you signed a petition I assume you also mean a marital settlement agreement.
Are online divorces legal?
Is Online Divorce Legal? Online divorces are certainly legal, though they are not always recommended, especially if you and your spouse are facing a contentious divorce. If you and your spouse cannot agree on all major issues, then it’s best that you involve an attorney.
