Divorce
An application for divorce can be made either by one party to a marriage, or both parties jointly.
For the divorce to be granted, the Family Court must be satisfied that the parties have been separated for a period of at least 12 months immediately preceding the application, and that appropriate arrangements have been made for any children involved.
In certain circumstances a divorce can be granted where parties are separated, though living under the same roof or where there have been short periods of reconciliation (totalling less than 3 months out of a 12 month period).
O'Sullivan Davies is able to assist its clients in making or responding to applications for divorce and (importantly) in ensuring that all necessary steps in relation to the legal consequences of divorce are taken, and time limits are met.
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