If I’m married to a man and have only lived with him for 8 months, how difficult would it be to obtain an annulment or divorce?

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If I’m married to a man and have only lived with him for 8 months, how difficult would it be to obtain an annulment or divorce?

We knew each other for many years and reconnected by phone. We were married and after retiring from my job I moved to his state. I was there for 8 months and realized that it just wouldn’t work. Everything we talked about and agreed to never worked out. I left and came back home. I have not heard one word from him.

Asked on February 8, 2012 under Family Law, Missouri

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry.  The length of your marriage will not have a bearing on the grounds for divorce or annulment.  If you are both in agreement a no-fault divorce will work just fine.  There no grounds need be stated other than irreconcilable differences or the like.  For an annulment, though, it could be harder.  There you have to prove grounds like fraud or duress.  Another issue you will need to deal with is jurisdiction or the residency issue for filing.  Seek legal help.  Good luck to you.


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