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1. Miami Divorce Lawyer Theodore H. Enfield P.A.
Legal Separation vs. Divorce

2. How are divorce and legal separation
different?
The main element that distinguishes the legal separation
from divorce is that in legal separation the couple opts to
live separately but then they remain legally married. In
case of divorce there is a complete understanding
between the parties that they want the dissolution of
their marriage.

3. What does legal separation and divorces
settlement agreement includes?
The settlement agreements that are issued in case
of legal separation and divorce are much more
similar. In case of a divorce or dissolution of
marriage spouses file up for a divorce which
involves dividing up the assets and
debts, custody of children and it also covers the
child support and maintenance issues. In the
end the court declares them not to be legally
married.

4. Whereas the agreement and the issues that are
covered in legal separation are much more
similar to that of the divorce but then at the end
of the complete procedure they still remain
legally married to each other. But then in both
the cases only the court reserves the right to
release the decree regarding the custody of the
child, child support and alimony.

5. Prefer to go for a legal separation
instead of divorce?
Legal separation is a much preferred option
among the couples who are going through a
rough phase in their married life rather than
filing for a divorce. Following are the things that
proves to be beneficial for the parties when they
decide to go for legal separation:
If the parties opt for a legal separation then the
spouse still qualify for the family coverage plan
that was opted by them for health insurance.

6. When the party's application for a divorce is
accepted by the court then both of them have to file
for a separate tax return, which is not in the case of
legal separation.
One of the reason because of which couples go for a
legal separation is because of the religious beliefs.
They may under their religious beliefs feels that the
divorce is not an appropriate option.
Couples even go for a legal separation because this
may buy them some time apart and provide a second
chance to their marriage.
Legal separation can be proven to be beneficial for
couples if any of the spouses is receiving any kind of
benefits through their government services.

7. Legal separation is also a preferred option if
both the party's accept the fact that the division
of their responsibilities and the debts will not be
a stressful job, and going for a divorce
agreement can be completely avoided.
Legal separation agreement can also be
converted into a divorce one if the party's think
that they want to have a legally separate life.

8. Contact Information
It is always advisable to consult an
experienced divorce attorney before applying for a
judicial separation or a divorce as they are the
ones who are dealing with such kind of issues on a
daily basis and can give a more realistic advice
considering the individual's situation.
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