Tribunal (Annulment)

Metropolitan Tribunal of Atlanta

The Metropolitan Tribunal handles all matters concerning the application and practice of canon law within the Archdiocese of Atlanta. It also serves as the appeals court for the Atlanta Ecclesiastical Provinces of Atlanta, which includes the dioceses of Charlotte, Charleston, Raleigh and Savannah. 

By delegation, the Metropolitan Tribunal also handles all matters of permissions and dispensations pertaining to marriage. 

The Judicial Vicar (Officialis) is the presiding judge of the Metropolitan Tribunal, a consultant to the archbishop and coordinates all archdiocesan services that apply and practice canon law throughout the archdiocese.  

Our office consists of judges, advocates, notaries and other professionals that support archdiocesan bishops, offices, parishes and institutions. 

For general questions, please contact our office using the following information or complete our contact form. 

To see a full listing of staff, review the Metropolitan Tribunal in the Chancery Directory.  
 
Phone: 404-920-7500 
Fax: 404-920-7501 
Tribunalemail@archatl.com 
 
For communications outside of the United States, call 470-610-9962. 

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Application and Petition Forms

The following forms are used to submit a case to the Metropolitan Tribunal. Please complete them electronically, then print and sign to ensure legibility. It is important that a petitioner has a meeting with their advocate prior to downloading or printing these forms.  

In English

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Lack of Form Form

1 file(s) 1.46 MB
April 29, 2026
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Ordinary Process Application Form

1 file(s) 547.79 KB
December 1, 2022
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Pauline Privilege Application Form

1 file(s) 519.93 KB
December 1, 2022
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Petrine Privilege Application Form

1 file(s) 547.79 KB
December 1, 2022
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Prior Bond Application Form

1 file(s) 372.73 KB
July 1, 2024
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    En Español

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    Petición Falta de Forma

    1 file(s) 5.79 MB
    April 29, 2026
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    Petición Impedimento de Vínculo

    1 file(s) 391.38 KB
    April 6, 2022
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    Petición Privilegio Paulino

    1 file(s) 512.56 KB
    June 10, 2020
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    Petición Privilegio Petrino

    1 file(s) 1.46 MB
    June 10, 2020
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    Petición Proceso Ordinario

    1 file(s) 1.46 MB
    September 18, 2019
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      Tribunal Advocates and Field Associates

      Tribunal advocates and field associates are a group of trained clergy and laypersons who provide guidance to the lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Atlanta seeking a declaration of nullity.

      All advocates have completed an extensive training curriculum that includes marriage law, grounds of marital invalidity and the annulment process.

      See below for a list of Tribunal advocates.

      If you are interested in petitioning for a declaration of nullity or want to learn more about the annulment process, please contact an advocate from the list below, closest to your community. Please contact your local parish for their list of registered field associates.

      If you are interested in becoming an advocate or field associate, contact the Metropolitan Tribunal at 404-920-7500 or tribunalemail@archatl.com.  

      Tribunal Advocates List, Last Update - June 2, 2026

      Contact Form

      We Are Here to Help

      The Metropolitan Tribunal serves the faithful by providing guidance in matters of Church law, especially those involving marriage and the sacraments.  

      If you have questions about annulments, canonical processes, or other concerns, please complete the form below. A member of our staff will respond as soon as possible to assist you or direct you to the appropriate parish resources. 

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