different states for 12 yrs? I am working on my divorce, doing it myself. In all the papers & instructions I have read I have not found anything that says I do. But the courthouse wants me to bring in a paper called State Vital Statistics Form, when I read the instructions on it it was ONLY for those that have been legally separated 1st before getting divorce. I have known many people that did NOT file for legal separation 1st.
2007-12-08 19:08:40 · 3 answers · asked by MaeSalgo 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
I live in Wisconsin. I got married in Wisconsin & have lived here the entire time. He left & went back to his state (Minnesota) 12 yrs ago. I have read everything that the court clerk told me to read for instructions when she told me what papers I needed. None of them said anything about needing to be legally separated 1st. I can not afford lawyer, that is why I am doing it myself.
2007-12-08 19:56:51 · update #1
When I got divorce from my 1st husband I married & divorced in Wisconsin & never had to file for separation. This is why I am confused with them wanting this paper this time around.
2007-12-09 08:34:25 · update #2
We live in Illinois and did not file for legal seperation first. It might depend on the state in which you resided when seperated or possibly married.
2007-12-08 19:16:08 · answer #1 · answered by dizzkat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest you call a lawyer in your area. File in the state you live in unless you moved there recently. Check out the settlement laws on estate and alimony for a fair deal. In Cali, for example, it's better, a 50-50 deal.
2007-12-08 19:23:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hit the bookstore and get the latest DIY Divorce Guide for your state.
Chances are you can file desertion.
2007-12-08 19:15:18 · answer #3 · answered by revsuzanne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋