What Is a Dissolution of Marriage?

Getting legally divorced is called dissolution of marriage. There are several steps to getting a dissolution.

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Brette Sember, J.D.

by Brette Sember, J.D.

Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 4...

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Updated on: September 11, 2024 · 2 min read


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