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Separation
A legal separation is defined as “a legal process by which a married couple may formalise a de facto separation whilst remaining legally married. A couple may obtain a legal separation, as an alternative to divorce, based on moral or religious objections to divorce”. In other words, the couple may separate to live apart from one another. Some issues which may be addressed in a separation agreement include marital property division, child custody and support, visitation rights and schedules, spousal support, and alimony. A legal separation is not a divorce, and as such a couple with a legal separation agreement are in fact still married. It is important to at least consult a divorce lawyer during this phase to ensure paperwork is correct and that if any changes are to be made, it can be done seamlessly and quickly.
All Separation Articles
Getting Through Your Separation in One Piece
Maybe you are stuck in the same house together, because money is tight. Perhaps you are trying to settle your case without having to go to court....
Separation or Divorce: Which is Best?
Deciding on whether to get a divorce or a legal separation can often be an emotional decision and knowing the difference and advantages of the two w...
Dating While Separated: Legal Issues Before Divorce
So you've just separated from your spouse. Of course, your mind is filled with questions about what to do next. Who's going to get custody of th...
Guiding to Separation Agreements
This guide may assist in answering questions you may have regarding Separation Agreements. We encourage you to ask other questions, as it is impos...
Marital Separation
A marital separation agreement is a legally binding document between you and your spouse.
Separation Agreement FAQ
With divorce rates on the rise, there are more and more people that are interested and asking questions about separation...
Separation Agreements
The contract that contains all the terms and obligations of a legal separation is call a “legal separation agreement.” Though the parties to a l...
Legal Separation vs Divorce
The general public often uses the terms “divorced” and “separated” interchangeably. However, divorce and legal separation have two very diff...
Legal Separation
Legal marriage separation refers to both husband and wife living apart from one another. Generally, a legal separation does not mean the couple mus...
Filing for Legal Separation
Unlike a divorce, in which only one party must seek an end to the marriage, a court will typically not force a legal separation on one of the partie...