- Divorce, or dissolution of marriage.
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This is the legal process of terminating a marriage between spouses. It involves various procedures and may vary depending on the legislation of a particular country. In general, divorce may include the following steps:
- Divorce procedure
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- Filing a petition: One of the spouses (or both) files a divorce petition in court. The petition usually contains information about the reasons for the divorce, financial aspects, and child custody matters.
- Legal review: The court reviews the petition, examines the submitted documents, and, if necessary, summons the spouses to a court hearing.
- Property division: The court decides how jointly acquired property will be divided. This may include real estate, vehicles, bank accounts, businesses, and other assets.
- Child custody: If the spouses have minor children, the court decides on custody, the children’s place of residence, and visitation arrangements.
- Alimony: The court may order alimony for child support and/or spousal support.
- Final decision: After reviewing all aspects of the case, the court issues a final decision on the dissolution of the marriage and grants a divorce certificate.
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Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, so it is often advisable to seek legal assistance for qualified help and consultation.
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