Riverside Annulment Lawyer

Annulment or Divorce ?

An annulment is the process of terminating a marriage, but unlike a divorce, after an annulment is finalized the marriage will be considered void, as if it never existed. No record of the marriage will be filed on public records. Divorce, on the other hand, is the dissolution of marriage, and the fact that the marriage existed will be kept on file with the court, available for inspection should anyone seek the information. For those who are in search of an annulment, a Riverside divorce lawyer can assist in determining whether you qualify to file for one based on state laws.

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 at the time of marriage
• One of the spouses was already married to another
• Coercion
• One of the spouses is/was physically incapacitated
• The marriage was forced
• The marriage was based on fraud

If you are considering filing for an annulment, consult an experienced family law attorney, as annulments are not easy to obtain . At Hanson, 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.

We take pride in the level of service we provide to our clients and will do everything possible to achieve the outcome you are looking for . 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 in family law.

Are you considering an annulment? Contact a Riverside annulment lawyer to find out more about the process.