The terms divorce and dissolution are often used interchangeably, but there are some small differences between them. A
divorce is a legally acknowledged in a court of law. In most cases in includes a petition to dissolve the marriage. In a divorce proceeding there are issues relating to the division of assets and the custody of any children that are a part of the marriage.
With dissolution, there is nothing to be gained in the process. There is no estate or proceedings to establish parental controls involved. While it still involves two people ending their marriage it is generally amicable and proceeds much faster than a divorce. When a divorce is finalized the judge generally classifies it as a
dissolution.
Another way to view it is a divorce involves the parties not agreeing on the terms of their ending the relationship. With a dissolution that has been completed without any issues. This explains why the judge calls the final part of the divorce a resolution as he has decided who will get what and the division of assets is finalized in the eyes of the court.
An
annulment is the process of the marriage of two people being interrupted by the Church rather than by a court of law. In the eyes of the Church the marriage never took place. The Catholic Church is the one commonly known for approving an annulment. In the view of many Churches this process can only be considered if the marriage has not yet been consummated.
It is a good idea to speak with a qualified attorney when it comes to all three of these matters. They can help you apply the right term to the process you need to undergo to get what you want from the process. They can also help you file the right paperwork for a divorce, dissolution of marriage, or an annulment.
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Glossary and Definition of Divorce Terms
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