Riverside Annulment Attorney

Annulment v. Divorce

An annulment is the process of terminating a marriage.  However, unlike a divorce, after an annulment is finalized it will be as if the marriage never existed.  This is much different than divorce.  Although divorce is also the dissolution of marriage, the fact that the marriage existed will still be kept on file with the court.  There are also several issues that must be settled before a divorce can be finalized, such as spousal support, child support, child custody, and division of property.

Grounds for an Annulment

Not all couples who apply for an annulment will be granted one.  To be granted an annulment, a couple must meet at least one of the following circumstances:

• One of the spouses was underage when they got married
• One of the spouses was already married
• One of the spouses is/was physically incapacitated
• The marriage was forced
• The marriage was based on fraud

Contact an Experienced Annulment Lawyer

If you are considering filing for an annulment, it is best to consult an experienced Riverside family law attorney before taking legal action.  At Hanson, Hales, Gorian & Bradford we would be happy to review your case to determine if you qualify for an annulment under California law.  Our goal is to help our clients achieve their objectives, so if you do not qualify for an annulment we can discuss your other options, such as filing for divorce or legal separation. 

At our firm, we take pride in the level of service we provide to our clients. We are available at all times to answer any questions you may have, address your concerns, and provide you with information, resources, and insight based on years of experience. 

Interested in learning more about annulments?  Contact a knowledgeable Riverside annulment lawyer at our firm today!