Legal Separation

Separation occurs when two parties in a marriage begin living in separate homes, and intend to continue living separately.  This period must last at least one year. During this time, the married couple may assess whether divorce is the right legal option for them, or whether to reconcile.

Also during separation, legal conversations might begin around property, child support, alimony and custody.  A married couple may choose to resolve these issues by entering into a Separation Agreement as a quicker, and less expensive, alternative than going to court.