S11 Ep03: How Does Divorce Work If Your Spouse Lives Abroad?

#ChooseGoldman Navigating a divorce when your spouse lives abroad is entirely possible as long as you meet Michigan's residency requirements. This episode explores the legal process and challenges involved in international divorces. • You can file for divorce in Michigan if you have been a state resident for at least 180 days prior to filing. • You must file in the specific county where you have resided for at least the 10 days preceding the filing. • Having a spouse who lives in another country, such as the United Kingdom, does not prevent you from moving forward with a divorce. • The primary legal challenge in an international divorce is successfully effectuating valid service of process using an international courier or process server. • Once properly served, spouses living abroad frequently hire local Michigan attorneys to represent them in the proceedings. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/how-does-divorce-work-if-your-spouse-lives-abroad For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Visit us at https://akivagoldman.com/ #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #InternationalDivorce #MichiganDivorce #DivorceLaw #SpouseAbroad #FamilyLaw Akiva Goldman  Michigan Family Law Attorney  Goldman & Associates Law Firm  ChooseGoldman.com