What should I do if my husband’s divorce was not finalized when we got married?
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What should I do if my husband’s divorce was not finalized when we got married?
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Asked on February 18, 2017 under Family Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
If a person was already married at the time that they "re-married", then they were not free to re-marry. Accordingly, the second marriage is null and void, which means that in the eyes of the law it is as if it never happened. Therefore, no divorce is needed but an anullment might be a good idea since it will clear up any outstanding legal issues.
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