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There are only a few grounds parties can base an annulment. Unless one party is willing to admit to commuting fraud a Nullity will not be granted. You can file for summary judgment if you qualify which is probably the least difficult and least costly process. You qualify if ALL of the following apply: You and your spouse: Have been married for less than 5 years (from the date you got married to the date you separated); Have no children together born or adopted before or during the marriage (and you are not expecting a new child now); Do not own any part of land or buildings; Do not rent any land or buildings (except for where you now live, as long as you do not have a 1-year lease or option to buy); Do not owe more than $6,000 for debts acquired since the date you got married (called "community obligations"); Do not count car loans. Have less than $38,000 worth of property acquired during the marriage (called "community property"); Do not count your cars. Do not have separate property worth more than $38,000; Do not count your cars Agree that neither spouse will ever get spousal support; AND Have signed an agreement that divides your property (including your cars) and debts. If you qualify, you may not even need to appear in court. Good luck.

I assume you mean without any attorney's fees, for even if you file on your own, there is approximately $275 in court fees and service fees alone. It is possible to file on your own as many counties have a pro se (do-it-yourself) packet with forms AND helpful instructions. You should check with your county clerk of court. If not, usually a packet from any other county will be fine but still be sure to confirm with your county if any extra/different forms or steps, plus make sure to change the county on all the forms. You could can also consider having an attorney review your documents before filing and also to confirm if you have any other potential issues or claims regarding the separation or divorce such that the packet will NOT be able to help.

It is likely you will have to pay some spousal support, but at some point, she will have to get a job. If you are in my area and are looking for an attorney, please contact me for a free consultation.