If a marriage is terminated, it is categorized as divorce. To attain a divorce, a person will have to request the court to pass judgment and declare that the marriage is dissolved. Once a divorce is finalized, either couple is free to remarry, pending time restrictions.
Divorce also addresses other issued such as property division, bill division, alimony or spousal support, child custody, visitation, and child support. When a divorce is initiated, either party can contest or uncontest the action. If both parties agree on the order, they may obtain an uncontested divorce, which makes court proceedings quick and easy. Some uncontested divorces can be obtained without legal counsel.
However, some couples cannot reach an agreement, and this causes delays to obtain a divorce. This form of divorce will require legal counsel and judicial intervention to conclude relevant issues.
Each state will have their unique laws, codes, statutes, and rules for handling the termination of the marriage. Common law will also play a crucial role in rulings. Due to these reasons, divorce laws will vary greatly from one state jurisdiction to the next.
If you intend to initiate divorce proceedings, it is best to consult a lawyer in the state you intend to file your case. It is important that your lawyer has experience in handling similar cases as this will greatly impact the success of your case. It is best to ask your lawyer to provide you with a list of similar cases which he/she has worked on to understand who is the best lawyer to handle your case.