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Interested in Obtaining an Annulment Rather Than Divorcing?

by Jon D. Alexander, Esq.

In California, termination of marital status typical occurs in one of three ways.

(1) Nullity; (2) Legal Separation; (3) Marital Dissolution.

Are you a candidate for termination via nullity? Perhaps, but this remedy should only be sought where the validity of the marriage is in doubt. The difference between nullity of a marriage and martial dissolution is that they are based on opposing assumptions.

A marital dissolution action is used to terminate an otherwise valid marriage on grounds that arise after marriage. On the other hand, a nullity is pursued because the petitioner (the filing party) believes that at the time of the marriage, no valid marriage ever occurred.

So, in effect, a nullity action seeks to answer a question. Was there a valid marriage? The court is tasked with finding an answer.

Is the validity of marriage in doubt? Marriages may be invalid from the inception because of irregularities in the formalization procedures that ordinarily include obtaining the license, solemnization and authentication. But the marriage also may be void or voidable because of other legal defects like incest, bigamy, inducement by fraud or force, or where a party or both parties are minors of at the time of the marriage.

In Your 30’s? Breaking Up With Mr. Wrong Again

by Rolando Thromes

You must wonder why you keep picking the most inappropriate guy repeatedly. What you should do is try to get some insight into your behavior and stop beating yourself up for your choices for relationships. Here’s some advice and a brief guide to help you out.

Mr. Wrong is unique to every woman but mostly, he is the man who is generally out for himself. He is the man who does not consider it a priority to treat a woman with respect, who feels that it is alright to lie, even about the smallest thing. Most importantly, he is the man who does not allow himself to become fully committed to any relationship.

Mr. Wrong has that magnetic charm that can turn women on with his wit, smile and body language. He knows that he is irresistible and uses it to his advantage to get what he wants, not just in a relationship. He likes to take risks and this appeals to many women as they find the average guy boring and unexciting.

Stop your break up or divorce - even if it seems hopeless!

by Dan Bartelski

It’s over. He had blown it again, Lied too much, too often. That last lie was the final straw and she was gone forever. Does that sound all too familiar?

Are you paralysed by the loss of this relationship? Do you never go out because you are afraid to miss a call, think non-stop about why they REALLY left you and end up feeling massively depressed.

What if you did manage to see them again would you make these mistakes? Would you try to convince them we are the love of their life, apologize profusely for everything and promise to change for good this time but end up having a dreadful negative row?

Any situation can be salvaged! Honestly, you can have them back in your arms. Even Ex-cons have got back together with girlfriends and wives after being away for years!

Some people seem to have a secret formula of what to do and say to reclaim their lover even after messing up big time. What makes it worse is they don’t know why it worked it just did - great help guys!

How To Forget Your Ex

by Ricardo d Argence

I’ve already talked about a few ways to prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for getting over a difficult break-up and moving on with your love life. Now, I will continue this discussion and explore a few more tips on how to grow into a better person and take the pain and hurt of a break up in stride. Ok, on to a few more tips…

1. “HATE Leads to FEAR leads to SUFFERING…” Dealing with your issues of “hate” is exemplified in a quote from Yoda.

There will be occasions when you will want to cry with extreme anger. Dealing with feelings of “wasted” time and those having to do with your children may lead you to resent your ex. Not loving yourself can make one feel lonely at times, but if you learn to love yourself first then everything else will fall into place. Negative emotions will get you nowhere.

2. Have a Pow-Wow. In some Native American cultures, people would come together in a time of crisis so that the most troubled would gain from the collective wisdom of the community. In microcosm, this still works! Gather up your friends, homies, buddies, compadres..whatever! and get their advice. Perhaps they have been through similar events.

Legal Divorce Forms Made Easy

by Alan S. Redman

When utilizing a no fault divorce, its paramount that your papers are correct, and most importantly of all - you have the right form for your state and situation.

This is quite a common problem, people believing that one legal divorce form fits all.

Since all fifty states now acknowledge the no fault divorce process (New York being the last), a divorce can now be processed with the minimum of fuss and even without a lawyer if you are happy doing this.

There is little paperwork involved, obviously the correct form being essential, plus you may be subject to resubmission fees if the forms/or form itself is incorrect.

My divorce went simply enough, and some have said it went better than the wedding (if that’s possible?). What made this easy was the fact that we had prepared thoroughly; we each knew what we were to take from the divorce, and I utilized a lawyer as I don’t feel comfortable handling that sort of thing.

My wife was excellent as she represented herself, she oozed confidence, and was totally in control. Unlike myself, all terror and palpitations; I hate formal speaking and officialdom, so tend to avoid these situations wherever possible.