Legal Question in Family Law in Mississippi
divorce in mississippi
what is the timeframe needed to file for divorce. Example: must i be separated for 6-12 month's prior to filing, or can i file immediately? No child, no property.
Asked on 12/18/06, 1:17 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Jan Butler
Jan R. Butler
Re: divorce in mississippi
You must be a resident of Mississippi for 6 months before filing for divorce.
Answered on 12/18/06, 2:24 pm
Mary Milek
Milek Law Firm
Re: divorce in mississippi
Separation does not have to be a physical one. You can live together in the same domicile and file for a divorce, provided you have met the residency requirements. You can decide today that your marriage is over and file the paperwork as soon as it is signed and ready.
Answered on 12/18/06, 4:15 pm
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