The DOD states that military divorce among couples where at least one service in the armed forces, rose from 2.65% in 2001 to 3.7% in 2011.
The Air Force has the highest military divorce rates.
This sure seems a lot smaller than the national average between 45% and 50%
Military service puts inordinate stress on relationships. It is nothing short of amazing that the divorce rates for our service men and women are as low as they are. this serves as yet another testament to the level of dedication that these men and women have. Divorce, however, impacts nearly every social and professional group in the US. Military Divorce along with issues of child custody, and spousal support have additional layers of legislation and protections. When dealing with a military divorce, especially if the dissolution of marriage is a contentious one, truly deserve professional assistance, with a legal group that has experience in issues around military separations and divorces,.
Regardless of which party you are in a divorce involving military service, we encourage you to contact the Brandon Legal Group for an initial consultation. Your initial consultation is generally without cost to you.