In what state can a divorce be filed?
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In what state can a divorce be filed?
I live in one state and my husband lives in another. We were married in yet anther state. Where do I file?
Asked on September 16, 2018 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
A divorce can be filed in the state in which either party legally resides. So you can file in your state or his. The state in which you were married has no bearing unless one of you still live there.
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