Marital Separation

Marital separation refers to the process of separating from a spouse without legally ending the marriage. In a marital separation, the couple may live apart and make arrangements for the division of assets and responsibilities, such as child custody and support. Continue Reading Below

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About Marital Separation

Marital separation refers to the process of separating from a spouse without legally ending the marriage. In a marital separation, the couple may live apart and make arrangements for the division of assets and responsibilities, such as child custody and support. Marital separation can be a step towards divorce, or it may be a way for couples to work through issues in their relationship without ending the marriage.