Family Law FAQ - My husband and I have been married for 1 year, can I apply for a Divorce

Date: February 22, 2011

Q. My husband and I have been married for 1 year, can I apply for a Divorce?

A. If you have been married for less than 2 years and you wish to apply for a divorce, you must, before filing a divorce application, either:

• attend counselling with a family counsellor or nominated counsellor to discuss the possibility of reconciliation with your spouse, or

• if you have not attended counselling, seek permission of the Court to apply for a divorce.