Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Am I legally divorced?

I have been married for 12 years, and we have a thirteen year old son. My son and I have not lived with my spouse in the same domicile for nine years. My spouse has dated several people over the years, and I have no desire to reconcile the marriage. Am I legally divorced due to the amount of separation time. I just want out of the marriage at this point.


Asked on 7/26/08, 10:50 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: Am I legally divorced?

Absolutely not.

No such thing.

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Answered on 7/26/08, 5:44 pm
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Am I legally divorced?

If you were legally married you remain married until divorced by a court of competent juridiction, regardless of how long you have lived apart.

Retain an attorney to file a divorce complaint under which you will also be entitled to child support.

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Answered on 7/26/08, 1:24 pm

Re: Am I legally divorced?

No you are not divorced. You can file for divorce with very little effort.

I assume you were legally married. Please feel free to contact me if you have more questions.

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Answered on 7/26/08, 2:33 pm


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