New York Divorce Residency

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New York requires a 1-2 year residency before filing for divorce. Time spent in New York prior to marriage does not count. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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My husband is moving to new york from Pennsylvania, can he file for divorce in new york
Answer: In New York, one must be a resident for at least 2 years before filing for divorce. However, if the grounds for divorce occurred in New York, the requirement is at least 1 year.
What if he grew up in new york but moved out *
Hello ****, the residency requirement in New York still applies in this situation. Growing up in New York doesn't exempt one from the *-2 year requirement before filing for divorce.
What if he grew up in new york but moved out of state 30 years ago? Does the time prior to marriage count as residency?
Hello ****, no, the time prior to marriage does not count. New York law requires residency immediately preceding the divorce filing. This means living in NY during *-2 years before the divorce case starts.
Okay i think i understand
I'm glad to hear that you're finding this information helpful, ****. If you have any more questions or need further clarification about divorce laws or any other legal issues, please don't hesitate to ask.