Making the decision to dissolve a marriage isn’t easy. If you’ve decided that it’s time for you and your spouse to go your separate ways, you may be wondering what the difference is between a divorce and a legal separation. Let’s examine the differences so that you can figure out which option is right for you.
A divorce is the legal dissolution of marriage. In a divorce, a married couple will become legally separated in every way—permanently. This will include the division of your finances and other property, assets, and debt; child custody and visitation will need to be decided; and spousal support may be discussed, if applicable.
A legal separation is when a couple decides to have their lives separated financially and legally but still remain married by law. You will likely have your own homes and your own bank accounts, for example, and property and debt can also be separated. However, the separation isn’t permanent.
A lot of people ask why someone would choose to get a legal separation instead of a divorce. There are many good reasons that a legal separation may be a good option. Here are a few reasons below:
Whether you are in need of a divorce or legal separation, a Rancho Cucamonga divorce lawyer from The Law Office of Laurence J. Brock can help. Get in touch to discuss your case today. Call 909-466-7661 or visit our website for more information.
