When facing the end of a marriage in Arizona, many individuals grapple with the decision of pursuing an annulment or a divorce. While both options lead to the dissolution of a union, they differ fundamentally in legal terms and consequences. Understanding the nuances between annulment and divorce is important, as it can impact one’s financial…
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How Is a Divorce Different from an Annulment?
You may have heard the terms “divorce” and “annulment” used interchangeably, however a divorce and an annulment are two different concepts. Understanding the difference can be helpful if you are considering separating from your spouse. This article will provide an overview of what an annulment is, how it is different from a divorce, and how…
Continue reading…UPDATE: Arizona Judge Refuses to Issue Annulment in High-Profile WNBA Marital Dissolution Case
What are some reasons why a judge might deny an annulment? As we reported in an earlier blog post, WNBA powerhouses Brittney Griner and Glory Johnson were seeking to end their one-month marriage after a tumultuous start – and had planned to seek an annulment under Arizona law. As a bit of review, an annulment…
Continue reading…Professional WNBA Star Seeks Annulment of 29-day Marriage in Arizona
What are the rules of obtaining an annulment in Arizona? A marriage annulment is a specific legal proceeding designed to void a marriage union under exceptionally limited circumstances. As opposed to a divorce, which acknowledges the marriage and severs the legal relationship, an annulment operates to treat the marriage is if it never existed in…
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