Divorce is only "needed" if you would like to remarry. Your Canadian separation should be recognized by the Arizona courts provided that the other party was given adequate notice in 1995 and Canada has jurisdiction (power) to legally separate the parties.
For more information go to: http://travel.state.gov/law/family_issues/divorce/divorce_592.html
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*Laura B. Monte, Esq. is only licensed to practice in the State of Arizona.*
Answered on Dec 05th, 2011 at 12:54 PM