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Legal Annulment of Marriages in Little Forest Hills, Texas
Expert Little Forest Hills Lawyers – (713) 588-0409
In Lower Greenville, the Bryan Fagan Law Firm, PLLC, is proud to offer a dedicated team of legal experts with extensive experience in divorce and family law. If you’re thinking about seeking an annulment of your marriage, our skilled attorneys will evaluate your circumstances, determine your eligibility, and guide you through the necessary legal steps.
Clarifying Divorce and Annulment of Marriages
While a divorce officially ends a valid marriage, an annulment declares that the marriage was never legally valid from the start, essentially making it null and void. Unlike a divorce, which involves court decisions on asset division, child support, and financial matters, an annulment requires a separate petition to handle these issues.
Annulment of Marriages Essentials for Texas Residents
- Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Texas Annulment
- Qualification Criteria for an Annulment
Annulments are not universally available; they are intended for marriages considered void or voidable. Void marriages are those unlawful from the beginning, such as those between close relatives, marriages involving individuals already married, marriages where a partner is under 14 years old (or under 18 without a court order or parental consent), marriages within a month of a prior divorce, and marriages performed within 72 hours of obtaining a marriage license.
Texas law prohibits marriages between the following close relatives:
- Siblings (half blood, whole blood, or adoption)
- Aunt and nephew
- Uncle and niece
- Ancestor and descendant
How to Obtain an Annulment in Texas
To pursue an annulment in Texas, one spouse must reside in the state, or the marriage must have taken place there. Generally, either spouse can file for an annulment in the county where they lived when the marriage occurred. If children were born or adopted during the marriage, you must file a Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR) along with the Original Petition to Annul Marriage form. The court will then address matters related to child visitation, custody, and support.
Experienced Family Law Attorneys in Lower Greenville, Texas
At the Bryan Fagan Law Firm, PLLC, we provide individualized attention and understand the challenges you are experiencing. If you are considering an annulment, our attorneys in Lower Greenville are prepared to assist with all necessary paperwork. Throughout the process, we are dedicated to protecting your interests with our extensive knowledge and experience.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our team members. Call (713) 588-0409 for more information and to discuss your case.
