There is a big
difference between divorce, annulment of marriage and legal separation. Each
one of them is subjected to different terms and conditions and provides a
person with a different set of rights.
Divorce usually
refers to the legal dissolution of marriage legally, which often requires the
help of a Brisbane divorce lawyers. In case of a divorce the individual
returns to their single status and is able to remarry. In a case of a divorce
the parties are no longer bound to one another and is legally free to make
their own decisions. There are two grounds of filing for divorce. One of them
is called no-fault divorce, while the other one is called fault based divorce.
A No-fault divorce is usually a hassle free divorce,
where the spouse files for divorce without blaming the other partner in any
manner. Grounds for no-fault divorce includes irreconcilable differences
between both the parties where the marriage has broken down beyond repair due
to lack of affection or love between two people.
Fault base
divorce - A fault based divorce is a much more serious case where the role of a
Brisbane divorce lawyer assumes paramount importance. In a fault based divorce
issues like adultery, abandonment , domestic violence and other issues play an
important role. Some couples choose fault based divorce to avoid the waiting
period and to get a favourable decision from the court in regards to child support and child custody.
An annulment of marriage on the other hand proclaims that the
marriage is null and void, which means the court recognises the fact that the
marriage is invalid. A divorce recognises the marriage to be legal, whereas in
case of annulment, the occurrence of divorce is never recognised. In case of
annulment of a marriage the court proceeding decides on the issues related to child
custody and child support.
The grounds for
the annulment of the divorce can be based on the fact that the marriage was
incestuous in nature, or it was bigamous. The marriage was the result of physical
or mental incapacity, force or fraud. The marriage took place, when both the
couples were below the legal age or when one or both the coupe were already in
a registered married relationship and lastly if the marriage took place, when the couples were
under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
In cases of
legal separation the couples are granted rights to stay away from one another,
however they are not free to enter into a legal relationship with any other
partner and needs to takes joint responsibility for their children. Deciding whether you want an annulment or
divorce depends on which conditions you were married. It is important to note
that the grounds for annulment is limited and in case you do not qualify for
annulment then you should consult a Brisbane divorce lawyer and opt for
divorce.
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