Is Separation Right for You? – 770-609-1247 | Georgia Divorce Family Lawyers
You are not 100% sure you want a divorce.
You may be wondering whether a divorce is too big of a step at this moment. If you have any doubts and think reconciliation is possible in the future, you should consider a separation. It can give you the time and space you need to think about what the next step will be, but can also take most of the steps you would during the divorce process. If you decide to go through with the divorce, you will already have everything set up to get it done quickly. And if you want reconciliation, your marriage still exists!
You do not want to put the kids through a divorce.
There is a lot of stigma associated with the word divorce. Children often feel lost when a divorce tears apart their parents and home and seeking a legal separation can break that fall. While you and your spouse will work out the details around custody and support, etc., your marriage will not be formally and legally dissolved. That being said, do not give your children hope that there will be a reconciliation if that will not occur.
You cannot get a divorce for religious reasons.
Some religions, cultures, families, etc. do not support divorce and if you do not want to file because of such reasons, but still do not want to stay with your spouse a legal separation would be right for you. You will not be able to remarry or date because you are still legally bound to a marital contract, but will have addressed most of the questions that divorce deals with.
You want some of your spouses benefits.
The financial benefits of legal separation include being able to receive healthcare and some other financial benefits from your spouse as well as tax filing benefits.’
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