Saturday, May 6, 2023

What is Divorce?

Divorce (also known as dissolution of marriage) is the process of terminating a marriage or marital union. Divorce usually entails the canceling or reorganizing of the legal duties and responsibilities of marriage, thus dissolving the bonds of matrimony between a married couple under the rule of law of the particular country or state. It can be said to be a legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body. It is the legal process of ending a marriage.

In the United States, divorce is governed by state law, so the specific requirements and procedures vary by state. Generally, a divorce is initiated by one spouse filing a petition for divorce with the court. The other spouse must be served with notice of the petition, and he or she has the right to respond with an answer or counter-petition. Depending on the state, the parties may also be required to attend mediation or a settlement conference in order to resolve any issues. After the issues have been resolved, the court will enter a judgment of divorce, which officially terminates the marriage. Divorce can involve a variety of issues, including but not limited to child custody, child support, spousal support, division of property, and allocation of debt. Depending on the state, the court may also consider the parties’ financial resources and the standard of living during marriage when making decisions regarding alimony.

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