Divorce and matrimonial proceedings often involve both personal circumstances and legal issues. Depending on the case, questions may arise about separation, maintenance, child custody, visitation, residence, property arrangements and related proceedings.
The procedure can differ depending on the applicable personal law, the type of marriage and whether the matter is contested or based on mutual consent. The correct proceeding therefore depends on the individual circumstances.
Relevant documents may include marriage records, identity and address documents, financial records, communications, documents concerning children and copies of any earlier court proceedings or orders.
Where children are involved, custody and visitation issues are considered with the welfare of the child as an important consideration. There is no single arrangement that applies to every family.
This article is general legal information and is not legal advice. Family matters are highly fact-specific and legal advice should be based on the actual documents and circumstances of the parties.
