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Divorce - jurisdiction questions

Introduction

Before commencing divorce proceedings, it is important to determine whether the county court has jurisdiction to hear your application for divorce. The legal position is complex, but the following questions are intended as a guideline as to whether the court is likely to have jurisdiction to hear your case. If you are in any doubt as to whether the court has jurisdiction to handle your divorce, please obtain further legal advice.