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Family Law: divorce proceedings, conclusion of marriage (Russia)
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Question

Can you help me get a divorce from and American citizen while I am living in Russia. I am here on contract work for two years and would like to proceed with a divorce from my spouse in America. Do I need to return to the USA or can you handle this problem for me.

Thank you.

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Answer

If you temporary live in Russia and permanent residence and citizenship of spouses is USA, the marriage should be dissolve in the USA. Please specify what else does connect you with Russia besides of work. Please specify place of living of the respondent.

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