If you are in need of a legal separation in Worcester, Massachusetts,
The Law Office of Michelle Hansen can help. We can assist you in preparing your separation agreement, which may allow you to live apart.
Sometimes parties find it beneficial to live apart pursuant to a separation agreement prior to their actual divorce. This allows time for possible reconciliation. Sometimes parties do not want an actual divorce for economic reasons, such as tax consequences.
What is a legal separation?
A legal separation addresses similar issues to a divorce, such as;
- Occupation of a family home
- Division of marital property
- Child Support & Custody
- Visitation Rights
- Spousal Support
Parties can agree to live apart pursuant to a document that addresses these issues.
Worcester Separation Agreement
What is a separation agreement?
With a legal separation, the dissenting parties enter into a legal agreement which may or may not become the basis of a later divorce. This separation agreement lists the terms and gives the parties time to possibly reconcile. This acts as a controlling document in marital matters.
Why would I need to get a legal separation?
There are a few circumstances that can make it appropriate to file for a separation divorce in Worcester:
- divorce is against a spouse's religion and neither party plans on remarrying
- the parties need to remain married for an additional period of time to allow one spouse to be eligible to claim an interest in the other's Social Security benefits
- neither spouse can meet the residency requirement to file a regular divorce action
- a spouse has significant medical issues that prevent the obtaining of private medical insurance
If you are in need of a Worcester legal separation divorce lawyer, contact The Law Office of Michelle Hansen to schedule an evaluation at 508-471-4219, or fill out our contact form with your questions.