To file for a divorce in New York you must satisfy one of New York’s divorce residency requirements:
1)
The marriage ceremony was performed in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in the state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR
The marriage ceremony was performed in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in the state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR2)The couple lived as husband and wife in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR
The couple lived as husband and wife in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR3)The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR
The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the state at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this state for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR4)The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and both spouses are New York residents at the time the action is commenced; OR
The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and both spouses are New York residents at the time the action is commenced; OR5)If you and your spouse were married outside of New York State and you never lived together as husband and wife in this state and the grounds for divorce did not occur in this state – either you or your spouse must presently be a resident of New York State and have resided continuously in the state for at least two years prior to bringing this action for divorce.
If you and your spouse were married outside of New York State and you never lived together as husband and wife in this state and the grounds for divorce did not occur in this state – either you or your spouse must presently be a resident of New York State and have resided continuously in the state for at least two years prior to bringing this action for divorce. Consult with Jerold Slate, attorney and counselor at law
If you are contemplating a divorce or you expect that your spouse is contemplating a divorce you should consult with a lawyer before engaging in marital disputes and arguments with your spouse. As an experienced lawyer, Jerold Slate can inform you about the law, your legal rights and help you resolve your legal concerns that relate particularly to your marital circumstances, children, financial concerns and more.
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New York Divorce Residency Requirements
