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Annulment Attorney in Nassau and Suffolk County

Annulments
  • Practice Area Divorce

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Understanding Annulments in New York

An annulment a matrimonial action seeking to declare a marriage retroactively void from the start. Marriages which can be annulled are considered voidable, meaning they remain valid unless there is a judgment of annulment. In contrast to void marriages, which are never valid even without a matrimonial action.

Annulments are defined by DRL 236B as a matrimonial action, meaning that all financial relief is available in an annulment including equitable distribution, spousal maintenance, and counsel fee awards.

A common misconception held by many is that no right to equitable distribution or spousal support exists in an annulment action. Both the statute and 40 years of case law say otherwise, include New York's highest court, the Court of Appeals.

If you are facing an annulment, let our 30 years of experience help.

Services Offered

  • Uncontested annulments.
  • Contested annulments.
  • Representation to protect interests in obtaining proper ancillary relief.

Why Choose The Law Office of J. Douglas Barics

At the Law Office of J. Douglas Barics, we have experience with annulments and can assist you in prosecuting or defendant an action for an annulment.

Do you need representation in an annulment?

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Frequently Asked Questions About Annulments

What is an annulment?

An annulment is a matrimonial action that seeks to void a valid marriage. All grounds for an annulment are fault based and require a higher level of proof to establish than a divorce. All ancillary relief is available such as equitable distribution.

What are the requirements to file for an annulment?

  • You must meet the residency requirements
  • You must meet one of the grounds for an annulment

What are the grounds for an annulment?

There are five grounds for an annulment are as follows:

  • A party under the age of consent may be annulled. DRL 140(b)
  • Mental retardation or mental illness may be annulled. DRL 140(c)
  • Physical incapacity may be annulled DRL 140(d)
  • Consent by force, duress, or fraud DRL 140(e)
  • Incurable mental illness for five years. DRL 140(f)

Is an annulment a matrimonial action?

An annulment is defined as matrimonial actions under DRL 236 B(2). Since Annulments are matrimonial actions under the statute, all financial relief is available as ancillary relief. This relief includes the following:

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Contact Our Annulment Attorney Today

At the Law Office of J. Douglas Barics, we have the skills and knowledge to handle any annulment action, no matter how challenging or complex. With over 30 years of experience, we can bring to you the services of a large firm at a fraction of the cost. When you need a skilled matrimonial lawyer located in Suffolk County, call The Law Office of J. Douglas Barics.

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