Legal Question in Family Law in Canada

Divorce in the US

I was married in Canada but am now separated. My ex-wife is a US citizen and has returned to the states. She is going to file for divorce there. Will it be a legal divorce in Canada?


Asked on 7/05/07, 9:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Donald McLeod Donald R. McLeod Law Corp.

Re: Divorce in the US

Yes. Assuming she meets the residency requirements of the U.S. jrisdiction, then a divorce Order made there will be recognized in British Columbia. (Please note that, as stated on the LawGuru website, questions will be answered only as they pertain to B.C.)

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Answered on 7/06/07, 12:04 am


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