Are divorces recorded?
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Are divorces recorded?
Generally, court proceedings are public matters. In the vast majority of jurisdictions, this includes divorce proceedings. This means that unless the court agrees to file divorce records under seal, filings in divorce proceedings become matters of public record.
What does decree mean in divorce?
A decree of divorce dissolves a marriage and allows both parties to remarry. In any application for a decree of divorce, the court can review any previous arrangements made by the parties, such as a decree of judicial separation or a separation agreement, particularly if the circumstances of either party have changed.
Are you divorced when you sign the papers?
Divorce is a multi-step process. Next, you and your attorney must the file the proper papers with the court and have the spouse sign the documents to make the divorce official. But even when divorce papers are signed, there is still more you must do to ensure all issues of legality and finances are resolved.
Can I buy my ex out of the house?
To buy someone out of their share of a property, you have to work out their share of the equity. Typically this involved four steps: Get the house valued (the lender will do this, usually for a small fee). Ask your current lender for a redemption certificate to find out how much is left to pay on the mortgage.
