Brevard, NC asked in Divorce for Georgia

Q: husband is georgia resident; wife is permanent resident - born Uzbekistan location unknown for 10 years;

Married in Uzbekistan. separated for 10 years and wife's whereabouts are unknown. Marriage license is lost. How do you get a divorce under those circumstances?

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Ellaretha Coleman
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A: You may qualify for a divorce by publication. You should consult with a experienced divorce firm to explore your options.

A: You should consult with an attorney who can review the facts of your case in detail and help you plan the proper course of action for the divorce. If she is unable to be located you may be able to divorce by publication. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558

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