What are the benefits to being legally separated vs. divorced?
Some people arent sure that they want to be divorced, but want to resolve all financial and custody issues. A legal separation would establish those legal rights and obligations without being legally divorced. Some people really do want to be divorced but cant because of religious reasons or the necessity of retaining health insurance coverage. Q: If I file for legal separation and change my mind, can I drop it or convert it to a divorce? A: Yes, to both questions. Q: If I get legally separated, then later decide to turn it into a divorce, do we need to relitigate all of the property, financial and custody issues? A: No, the separation agreement which would be in place as a result of the legal separation, will be the same agreement which governs in the event of a divorce. Q: What does legale separation mean? A: Legal Separation is when a court issues an actual document called a Separation Agreement which divides all assets, debts, awards maintenance if appropriate, and deals with any c
