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What Is an Annulment? 5 Common Legal Grounds Explained
A marriage can be annulled only in limited situations defined by state law. Rules vary from state to state, but most states divide invalid marriages into two categories: Void marriages. Marriages that were never legally valid (often because of bigamy or incest). Voidable marriages. Marriages that are
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What's the Difference Between Annulment and Divorce?
Annulment and divorce both end marriages, but the legal path you can take depends on your marriage's validity from the start. Understanding the strict rules around annulment is key before deciding which route to pursue.
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A Guide to Different Types of Separation: Trial, Permanent, and Legal Separation
Learn about the different kinds of separation, what they mean, and how they affect your legal rights.
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How to Separate: Protect Your Rights Before Divorce
If you're considering filing for divorce, should you move out of your marital home? Does your state require you to separate? How can you protect your rights?
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Understanding Legal Separation and Your Rights
Find out what you can and can't do during a legal separation and why some couples choose to separate instead of getting a divorce.
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Separation Agreements: How to Put it in Writing
Putting your agreements in writing when you're separated.
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Taking a break doesn't change your legal rights—here's how a trial separation differs from a formal legal separation, and what to put in writing.
