QUESTION
Is my second marriage valid after divorcing my first wife?
Asked on Mar 05th, 2015 on Divorce - New Jersey
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I got married overseas while still married to my first wife (who is American and lives in New Jersey). I asked my first wife if she wanted a divorce, but she continued living with me while knowing about my second wife. Eventually I've divorced my first wife a year ago. Is my second marriage considered valid now, or do I have to remarry my second wife? I'm US citizen, my second wife is not American.
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This is a very unique question. I think your second marriage would not technically be valid because at the time that marriage was conducted, you were already married. Therefore, I do not believe that going back and correcting the issue by later becoming divorced will work, but the real issue is whether or not you recognize thatsecond marriage.
Answered on Mar 09th, 2015 at 7:53 AM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship