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McKinney Annulment Lawyer

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An annulment in Texas is a court decree invalidating a marriage, declaring it null and void. If granted, an annulment makes it as though the marriage never occurred. However, obtaining an annulment is not a simple process; it requires meeting specific criteria under Texas law.

Attempting to navigate the annulment process independently may lead to costly errors and oversights. Attorney Melody Petitt at Petitt Family Law understands Texas family law, the court system, and the necessary procedures to obtain an annulment successfully. She can evaluate your situation, guide you on the best course of action, help gather the required evidence to support your case and ensure that all necessary steps are correctly handled.

Reserve an appointment for a confidential consultation with our McKinney annulment attorney by contacting us online or at (469) 716-6893.

Annulments in Texas

The grounds for an annulment can include:

Either you or your spouse were under 18 at the time of the marriage.
Either you or your spouse were impaired by alcohol or drugs during the marriage.
The marriage occurred due to fraud, force, or duress.
Either you or your spouse were mentally incapable of agreeing to the marriage.
Either you or your spouse were already married to someone else (bigamy).
Either you or your spouse hid the fact that you were previously divorced.
You and your spouse are too closely related, referred to as “consanguinity”.
Either you or your spouse was impotent at the time of the marriage, and the other party was unaware of this.
You and your spouse did not wait 72 hours to marry after obtaining your marriage license.

Despite these clear-cut circumstances, the reality of pursuing an annulment can be complex. Each situation is unique, and proving the required conditions in court can be challenging.

In Texas, certain marriages are considered “void.” That means they are never valid. These include unions based on bigamy or those between certain relatives.

Obtaining an annulment can be relatively straightforward if you can substantiate one of the reasons for an annulment. However, the process may become more intricate if, during the marriage, a child was born or conceived or you and your partner bought property on a joint basis.

What Is the Difference Between a Divorce & an Annulment?

A divorce and an annulment are both legal procedures for ending a marriage, but they differ fundamentally in their outcomes and the circumstances under which they are granted.

A divorce is the dissolution of a valid marriage. It legally ends the marriage and allows both parties to remarry in the future. In a divorce proceeding, matters such as property division, child custody, child support, and spousal support are addressed. It acknowledges that the marriage existed but has now ended.

On the other hand, an annulment declares a marriage null and void, as though it never existed. This is typically granted when a marriage is deemed invalid due to the above reasons, like fraud, bigamy, underage marriage, and more. After an annulment, the law treats the marriage as if it never happened.

While both divorce and annulment can dissolve a marriage, the critical difference lies in how they treat the marriage. A divorce ends a legally recognized marriage, while an annulment erases a marriage that was never legally valid in the first place.

The Importance of Legal Representation in Annulment

Our McKinney annulment lawyer can help protect your rights and interests in the legal process. For instance, even though an annulled marriage is considered void, the court may still decide about property division or child custody when those issues are involved. Legal representation helps to ensure these matters are handled fairly and in your best interest.

Our lawyer can help you understand the implications of an annulment versus a divorce. In some cases, a divorce might be a more suitable option given the potential impacts on issues such as property rights, alimony, and child custody. At Petitt Family Law, we have the professional knowledge and skills to handle annulment or divorce complications wherever they arise.

Phone us today at (469) 716-6893 for legal help.

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