Welcome to the Legal Separation Website

This site was created to provide a place where people considering or going through legal separation can share information and support. The newest questions or comments are displayed below. On the left you will find links where you can share information by state. You can ask a question or create a new topic by clicking on the "Submit a Topic" link to the left.

abandonment

my brothers wife of 16 yrs was caught by the police with another man in a car . police was ask to be there while she packed her things , they said clothes only, but my brother let her fill a uhaul truck up. it was her decision to leave the home and marriage. ( the home was our mothers and left it to him when she died. ) she had the lights and water disconnected. now 3 weeks later she says her lawyer told her she could move back home . Is this legal , they are in louisiana . kids are grown and not living there. she has admitted to sleeping around with diff. men for at least 2 yrs.

Legal Marriage Separation in Arkansas

Can you get a Legal Marriage Seperation by going to a Noterizor (sp) instead of going to court?

Abandonment

If one of the parents leaves the spouse and the minor children, is it considered abandonment in the eyes of Louisiana law?

legal separation

I live in Minnesota. Been married for over 20 years-worked for about 8 of them. My husband told me I have no rights. That he can do and spend however he wants. I have financial and serious medical issues here, and I'm very tired of his attitude and his behavior. There is no fixing/going back for me. I want move on already. My health is my biggest thing right now and I'm not getting any younger. He has pension , retirement, and social security.According to him, I don't get anything. Please help me!

About Separation

hello my wife and i have been seprated for 8 month now and she have been dating with different guys currently in a relationship with a guy. is she wrong for in relationship while in marriage? my agree she should wait till if we get work out or get divcore then she can do whatever she wants once divcore. ANY ADVICE?

Legal Separation Video

In many countries legal separation is a legal step married couples can take towards divorce. In many cases the couple is only considered legally separated if a court has recognized their separation. However, even with a legal separation, couples may choose to remain married.

Some countries and some states within the United States require a period of legal separation before a a couple can divorce. Laws vary from state to state and from country to country.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this website should not be considered legal advice and is presented for informational purposes only. Please consult a professional if you are need of legal assistance or advice.