Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

divorce

How long does a couple have to be seperated before they can file for a divorce.


Asked on 12/15/07, 12:54 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: divorce

If the divorce was by agreement of the parties, one year. If it wasn't, 2 years.

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Answered on 12/17/07, 10:06 am
Bill Wood Law Office of William C. Wood, LLC

Re: divorce

One year for absolute divorce.

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Answered on 12/15/07, 1:26 pm
Adele Abrams Law Office of Adele L. Abrams PC

Re: divorce

In Maryland, the parties must live separately and refrain from sex for at least one year (for voluntary separation) or two years (involuntary separation). There are other grounds for divorce that do not require separation (e.g., adultery, constructive desertion). Moreover, if one party has moved to DC, it is only a six-month separation period there for a no-fault voluntary divorce (and one year for involuntary). We handle divorce cases in both DC and MD. Please contact us to set up a consultation with one of our four skilled family lawyers. Thank you!

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Answered on 12/20/07, 8:29 am


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