Maine Divorce Laws & Resources

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If you’re interested in learning more about Maine divorce laws, take a look at the state-specific information, links and resources below. This is not an exhaustive list, but will point you to a variety of issues to consider in your own research, including references to the applicable Maine Codes. You might also simply decide to consult an attorney specializing in Maine divorce law. 

Maine Divorce Resources:

Maine Domestic Violence Crisis and Support Resources: Contact information for Maine domestic violence shelters, crisis centers, safe houses, and violence prevention programs. The site also offers links to Maine resources for legal aid, legal forms, Maine attorney general, law enforcement, child abuse, child support, social services, finding a lawyer, finding a counselor, and more. 

Maine Directory of Divorce Mediation & Mediators: This is a directory of mediators and arbitrators in Maine who are available to help for family law issues both within and without the court system. Alternative dispute resolution is the blanket term for the type of service that these professionals provide; it is one of the alternatives to litigation in court. 

Free Advice Divorce Articles:

Common Law Marriages
Dividing Up Property in a Divorce: Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution
The Divorce Process: From Separation to Final Judgment
Ending a Marriage or Taking a Break
Effect of Premarital Agreements on Divorce
Effect of Divorce on Taxes
Effect of Divorce on Estate Planning/Wills

Maine Family Law Statutes:

Maine Legal Separation: 19a-851

Maine Divorce:
Grounds/Fault – No-Fault: 19a-902
Residency/Where to File: 19a-901
Divorce Mediation: 19a-251
Special Divorce Procedures: 19a-905
Annulment: 19a-752

Maine Divorce and Finances:
Property Division/Debts: 19a-953
Spousal Support: 19a-951a

Maine Divorce and Children:
Child Custody: 19a-1653, 19a-2006
Child Support: 19a-603 thru 19a-608

Maine Divorce/Child Support/Child Custody Lawyers:

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Maine Online Divorce Services:

LegalZoom.com – An online documentation service that helps users file for divorce.
CompleteCase.com – Offers an affordable way to file for uncontested divorces online.

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Jeffrey Johnson

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Jeffrey Johnson is a legal writer with a focus on personal injury. He has worked on personal injury and sovereign immunity litigation in addition to experience in family, estate, and criminal law. He earned a J.D. from the University of Baltimore and has worked in legal offices and non-profits in Maryland, Texas, and North Carolina. He has also earned an MFA in screenwriting from Chapman Univer...

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Mary Martin

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Mary Martin has been a legal writer and editor for over 20 years, responsible for ensuring that content is straightforward, correct, and helpful for the consumer. In addition, she worked on writing monthly newsletter columns for media, lawyers, and consumers. Ms. Martin also has experience with internal staff and HR operations. Mary was employed for almost 30 years by the nationwide legal publi...

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