Divorce
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The Divorce Process
Obtaining a divorce is a straightforward process. As long as you can demonstrate to the Federal Circuit Court that you and your spouse have lived separately and apart for a minimum of twelve months, with no reasonable likelihood of reconciliation, the divorce should be granted. Our divorce lawyers are available to assist you throughout this procedure.
Living separately and apart does not necessarily mean residing in different houses; it suffices to demonstrate that the relationship has effectively ended.
In cases involving children under the age of eighteen, the Court requires evidence of "proper arrangements" for them. This includes ensuring satisfactory living arrangements and demonstrating that the non-residential parent is spending adequate time with the children.
In instances where a separation occurs, followed by a period of living together again, and then another separation, the twelve-month separation period can be calculated from the beginning of the initial separation, provided there is only one resumption period of up to three months (with the resumption period not being included in the twelve months).
Legal Advice for Divorce Proceedings
We recommend seeking legal advice from experienced family lawyers before initiating divorce proceedings. In most cases of separation, couples will also need to address property and/or children's matters, making legal advice essential in such situations.