Seeking An Annulment In Houston?

An annulment can end a marriage, but it does so differently than a divorce. If the marriage started legally, a divorce is the process used to undo that relationship. An annulment ends a marriage that was never legally valid to begin with. This means that not everyone can use an annulment, as it only applies in specific situations under Texas law.

If you are interested in your options, contact our team at The Sparrow Law Firm, PLLC. Founding annulment attorney Ikaha Sparrow is known for providing personalized service and meeting one-on-one with every client. She is an experienced lawyer who offers both affordable rates and free initial consultations. Call today.

Potential Grounds For Annulment

In Texas, there are a few reasons why you can seek an annulment, including:

• It was an underage marriage where one person was still under 18.
• The marriage was fraudulent or was only agreed to under duress.
• The spouses got their marriage license and then married within 72 hours.
• One person could not consent to the marriage, perhaps because of mental incapacity, or alcohol or drug use.
• One person was already married and concealed that fact from their new spouse.

All of these issues could mean that the marriage was never legally valid, so annulment can be used to quickly end the relationship. Similar to divorce, the process involves filing an annulment petition in district court, meeting with a judge and presenting evidence showing that there are legal grounds for annulment. You must also serve your spouse with the court documents and attend any required court hearings.

Is It Hard To Get An Annulment In Texas?

Getting an annulment can be a more complex legal process, as you do need specific evidence. You can get a no-fault divorce in Texas simply by citing irreconcilable differences. But for an annulment, you have to demonstrate that the marriage was not legally valid. If it were, annulment would no longer be an option, and you would have to proceed with a traditional divorce.

Our experienced team can help. It is important to meet with an annulment lawyer to consider all of your legal options.

Call For A Consultation

If you want to annul a marriage in Texas, call The Sparrow Law Firm, PLLC, at 281-942-1508 or use the online contact form to set up your initial consultation today. When you meet with our team, that consultation is free, so you can learn more about the legal options at your disposal.