How do I file for divorce?
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The divorce process is relatively simple, but the law usually requires specific steps. Generally, one party must be a resident of the state they've been living in for at least six months. Most states require specific forms for filing a divorce petition — get them from the courthouse or the state online portal. On the forms the court will ask whether you want child support, child custody, and/or spousal support; you'll need to list children (if any), income, and assets on the petition. During the proceedings, parties are generally restrained from doing anything that would cause physical or financial harm to the other (for example, removing someone from health insurance or selling shared assets).
If you live in an equitable-distribution state, property acquired during the marriage will be split fairly (not always equally). The court decides case by case how property should be divided. You and your spouse can reach your own agreement and present it to the court — if it's fair, the court will likely approve it.
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Without the information I asked for, I can only give this general answer:
The divorce process is relatively simple, but the law usually requires specific steps. Generally, one party must be a resident of the state they've been living in for at least six months. Most states require specific forms for filing a divorce petition — get them from the courthouse or the state online portal. On the forms the court will ask whether you want child support, child custody, and/or spousal support; you'll need to list children (if any), income, and assets on the petition. During the proceedings, parties are generally restrained from doing anything that would cause physical or financial harm to the other (for example, removing someone from health insurance or selling shared assets).
If you live in an equitable-distribution state, property acquired during the marriage will be split fairly (not always equally). The court decides case by case how property should be divided. You and your spouse can reach your own agreement and present it to the court — if it's fair, the court will likely approve it.
If you need more help, let me know.
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