Can I still request alimony if the divorce is already legalized?
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Can I still request alimony if the divorce is already legalized?
Divorce paperwork filed in Dominican Republic; I was never given a chance to dispute anything.
Asked on October 19, 2012 under Family Law, Connecticut
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You should seek legal counsel and file to obtain support. The likelihood of winning on the merits will depend on the state law in which you were domiciled, where your ex lived and whether you could locate this person to properly serve notice.
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