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Can I refile my divorce in another state?

Asked on Apr 28th, 2014 on Divorce - Michigan
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I checked my divorce status online and it says Divorce-joint petition, dismissed. Does that mean that I am not divorced yet? I lived in a different state now. Can I refile where I currently live?
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Medical Malpractice Attorney serving Clermont, FL at Joanna Mitchell & Associates, P.A.
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If your prior petition was dismissed, then you are not divorced. If you meet residency requirements in the State that you currently reside, then it may be possible for you to file there. You should consult with an attorney in order to determine what State has jurisdiction over your divorce matter, as well as any issues pertaining to minor children, if you have them.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2014 at 10:34 AM

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Commercial Contracts Attorney serving Boise, ID at Peters Law, PLLC
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It sounds like somebody failed to do something necessary. Yes, you can file where you live, but your spouse will have to be served where he or she lives. If this will be basically uncontested, I suggest you hire an attorney to make sure it is done right this time.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2014 at 10:17 AM

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Domestic Relations Attorney serving Omaha, NE at Diane L. Berger
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Yes to each of your questions.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2014 at 9:55 AM

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Arbitration Attorney serving Irvine, CA at Law Office of Linda K. Frieder
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That is what it means. Yes.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2014 at 9:21 AM

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Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI at Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
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Would appear that you are not the worst, and if you currently have met the jurisdictional requirements of your current residence state you should be able to refile a case there.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2014 at 8:46 AM

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