Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Divorce or Annulment?

I live in the state of New York. Two years ago I got married and the following day I found out that the person I married was already married. We separated that very moment. He just got divorce last year. I am not sure if my case qualifies for a annulment. A week ago I went to a attorney to start a divorce. Do I still need a divorce? Can I stop the divorce and get a annulment instead? I have a copy of the divorce, first marriage certificate and my marriage certificate.


Asked on 1/27/04, 9:32 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Daniel Clement Law Offices of Daniel Clement

Re: Divorce or Annulment?

You were never legally married. You will have to bring an action to declare the marriage void.

Daniel Clement

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Answered on 1/27/04, 10:46 pm
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: Divorce or Annulment?

You do not need a divorce. You were never legally married.

Should you like to discuss this or any other legal matter, you can call my office to schedule an appointment for a consultation or in the alternative, I can be reached for on-phone low-cost legal consultation at 1-800-275-5336 x0233699.

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Answered on 1/28/04, 8:35 am


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