Divorce 101 FAQs

Is the marriage over once I begin divorce proceedings?

The marriage is not over until a judge grants you a divorce order at the end of the process.

Before you begin divorce proceedings, you may wish to consider whether marriage counselling could help you and your spouse. Once you have started formal divorce proceedings, you may stop the process at any time if you and your spouse wish to think about reconciling.

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Russell Alexander

Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.