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What <\/span>I<\/span>s an Annulment?<\/span><\/h1>\n

San Diego Annulment Attorneys Explain Differences and Qualifications\"Photo<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sometimes divorce is not the best solution to ending a marriage. After all, the process can be lengthy, emotional, costly and sometimes feel nearly impossible. For example, you or your spouse\u2019s religious beliefs may prohibit divorce. Furthermore, you can face a heated battle over assets, property<\/a> and child custody\/support<\/a>. For these reasons, an annulment of the marriage \u2014 rather than divorce \u2014 may work in your favor. However, drafting annulment claims require specific qualifications typically requiring help from an attorney.\u00a0 If you are considering an end to your union, our San Diego annulment attorneys can help.<\/p>\n

Our family law lawyers understand how hard ending a union with your spouse can be. No one wants to admit defeat in a relationship. Take heart in knowing that you can benefit from legal help during your separation. Our attorneys can draft agreements that divide your assets and protect your interests. Furthermore, we can work with you and your circumstances to determine if you can qualify for an annulment. No matter what type of situation you are in, we would like to help.<\/p>\n

What <\/span>I<\/span>s <\/span>the<\/span> Difference Between Annulment vs Divorce?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ultimately, divorce legally ends a marriage<\/a><\/u>. It declares that you were in a union, but that union has ended. As a result, both parties return to \u201csingle\u201d status. For the rare few that qualify, the annulment process sets aside the marriage. Getting an annulment does not end your marriage \u2014 instead, it states that you were never married to begin with. Essentially, an annulment makes it so that your marriage never existed \u2014 therefore making it invalid \u2014 and any record of it is erased.<\/p>\n

When filing for an annulment, you and your former spouse will still have to divide and distribute property, assets and debts. Additionally, unlike in a divorce, neither party can receive spousal support nor survivorship benefits. Further, paternity will also change \u2014 California courts will recognize that children were born to two single parents in the case of an annulment. An annulment does not prevent a parent from being responsible for the support and well-being of their child. For these and other reasons, it is in your best interest to contact an annulment attorney.<\/p>\n

Legal Reasons for an Annulment<\/h3>\n

Our San Diego annulment attorneys can help establish specific requirements for marriage annulment, including:<\/p>\n