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Which state has jurisdiction if both parents live in a different state than the divorce was filed?
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∙ 14y ago
This is not always a simple answer. It depends on how long each of you have lived in a NEW state. It also depends if you have kids... then you have to consider which state the kids are living and for how long. Usually the old state retains jurisdiction over a divorce for a certain period of time. If the kids have now lived in a new state for a certain period of time or if you are now living in a state for a certain period of time these dates have to be compared to your local laws. The easiest thing is to file where you now live but that may not be possible. So, here is what I would do if I was unsure of the law: 1. Call the family court clerk in the county where you used to live. Find out IF you can still file for a divorce there. His or her answer will give you information about the time that the old state retains jurisdiction over you and/or your child. 2. Call the clerk of the family court in the county where YOU now live (and also the clerk in your ex's county). Both of these people can tell you when each of you has a right to file for divorce in your new state. Most states that I know require a 6 month residency period before they will touch your case. Once you have this information, you can rule out which states DO NOT have jurisdiction over your claim. Interestingly, your ex (or you) might prefer the laws of a certain state, SO FIND THESE DATES OUT ASAP. If you have money to pay a lawyer, you should still find out the above dates on your own as most divorce attorneys are licensed in only one state. The lawyer may legally be able to help you BUT a lawyer in one of the other states MIGHT be able to get you a better result depending on the local laws of each state. Bottom line, do your homework by making 3 phone calls (see above) and then talk w/ lawyer in each of the states to verify your options. If it is CT or RI, you can call me if you have further questions. Atty. James Hall (860) 599 - 4400. Good luck.
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Where you can find the record to know that if you were divorced?
Answer In the United States you have to sign divorce papers and you usually get a copy once the divorce is final. If you did not file for the divorce you need to find out where it was filed, meaning what jurisdiction - county - state, etc. The courthouse in the jurisdiction where the divorce was filed will have a copy of a final divorce decree.
Is there a Website for legally changing a child's name?
No. Generally, that must be done in the court that has jurisdiction over the child. In the case of a divorce, the court where the divorce was filed has jurisdiction over the child.
What state regulates a divorce when it is filed in a different state than marriage occurred?
The state where the divorce is filed.
A mother filed a divorce in Canada does she has the right to get her kids in the Philippines who were raised by her spouse?
She has to have possession to have filed for custody. Canada has no jurisdiction over the kids.
What if you got married 6 months after the divorce thinking you were divorced and now you find out the ex has filed a de novo?
You haven't mentioned your jurisdiction and the laws vary depending on the jurisdiction. You need to check the statutory period after a divorce in your particular jurisdiction during which you cannot remarry. That is generally the time period when appeals can be made or the divorce can be extinguished. Then, check the date on which a request for a new trial or appeal was filed. You should have received notice. You should contact the attorney who represented you in your divorce. She/he is familiar with your case and the laws in your jurisdiction.You haven't mentioned your jurisdiction and the laws vary depending on the jurisdiction. You need to check the statutory period after a divorce in your particular jurisdiction during which you cannot remarry. That is generally the time period when appeals can be made or the divorce can be extinguished. Then, check the date on which a request for a new trial or appeal was filed. You should have received notice. You should contact the attorney who represented you in your divorce. She/he is familiar with your case and the laws in your jurisdiction.You haven't mentioned your jurisdiction and the laws vary depending on the jurisdiction. You need to check the statutory period after a divorce in your particular jurisdiction during which you cannot remarry. That is generally the time period when appeals can be made or the divorce can be extinguished. Then, check the date on which a request for a new trial or appeal was filed. You should have received notice. You should contact the attorney who represented you in your divorce. She/he is familiar with your case and the laws in your jurisdiction.You haven't mentioned your jurisdiction and the laws vary depending on the jurisdiction. You need to check the statutory period after a divorce in your particular jurisdiction during which you cannot remarry. That is generally the time period when appeals can be made or the divorce can be extinguished. Then, check the date on which a request for a new trial or appeal was filed. You should have received notice. You should contact the attorney who represented you in your divorce. She/he is familiar with your case and the laws in your jurisdiction.
What do you do if you moved since you filed divorce and you need to file a Motion of contempt. Do you file in the original place or where you are now?
The original jurisdiction.
Is there a legal time limit to record divorce papers?
How long should it take for an attorney to draw up divorce papers?
If a divorce agreement states that child support should be paid until the age of majority and the jurisdiction is moved to another state with a different age of majority which state's laws apply?
whichever state you filed in!
Any news on the gosselin kids?
No, Not right now [July of 2009] they are just preparing for their parents divorce. Divorce papers were filed on June 22nd 2009, but it takes a while to get a divorce.
Who is Happier after divorce?
Answer Sometimes neither party is really happy then again it depends on who filed for the divorce and why they filed for divorce.
Which Gosselin filed for the divorce?
Kate Gosselin filed papers to initiated the divorce proceedings.
Can you get remarried if divorce papers are filed but not final?
No, you can't remarry if divorce papers are filed but not final.
