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Divorce law is governed by the state where you file, and the rules affecting your case depend entirely on that state's statutes. Property division rules differ fundamentally: nine states follow community property principles while the rest use equitable distribution, giving courts broad discretion over how marital assets are divided. Residency requirements range from six weeks in Nevada to one year in some states. Spousal support calculations, child custody standards, fault-based grounds for divorce, and the treatment of separate property are all state-defined. Fault-based divorce remains available in some states and can affect property division and alimony awards in ways it wouldn't in no-fault jurisdictions. Whether you resolve your divorce through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, the legal rules of your state set the parameters. The state grid below links to divorce attorneys in your jurisdiction.