Saratoga Divorce Lawyer Discusses a Separation Agreement

Question:

What is the purpose of a legal separation agreement in New York State? Can I use it if we are still living together?  I would like to consider a legal separation from my husband while we are still considered divorce.

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Answer:

I am often asked as an experienced Saratoga Divorce Lawyer about separation agreements.  If you wish to be legally separated, but remain living under the same roof, your separation agreement will need to address that issue. A legal separation agreement allows you to separate your assets and debts, and address issues such as custody, child support and spousal maintenance. I advise my clients as an experienced Saratoga Divorce Lawyer that once you have a legal separation agreement, that agreement can form the basis for a divorce, if you decide to divorce at a later date.

If you are interested in obtaining a separation agreement in New York State, contact our experienced Saratoga Divorce Lawyers.

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Jean Mahserjian, Esq.

Attorney Albany Law School at Union University, New York State Bar

Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., is a New York family law and divorce attorney in Albany, Saratoga, and the surrounding areas. For more than 20 years, Jean has maintained her capital region law firm, located on Route 9 in Clifton Park, New York.

The practice encompasses all areas of family and matrimonial law, an online uncontested divorce service and various areas of estate planning.

Areas of Expertise: New York Divorce, Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Property Distribution, Post Divorce Issues, Real Estate Closings, Sale of Marital Real Estate, Preparation of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, Dividing Retirement Assets
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