Question 275
Was braucht man in Deutschland für eine Ehescheidung?What is required for a divorce in Germany?
Options
- die Einwilligung der Elternthe consent of the parents
- ein Attest einer Ärztin/eines Arztesa medical certificate
- die Einwilligung der Kinderthe consent of the children
- die Unterstützung einer Anwältin/eines Anwaltsthe assistance of a lawyer
Explanation
Divorce proceedings take place before a family court, and at least one spouse must be represented by a licensed attorney; without legal counsel the court will not act. Parental or medical approvals are irrelevant for ending a marriage.
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