New York Separation Agreements

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A Separation Agreement is a practical tool for couples that have separated, but are not ready to file for divorce. A divorce or separation proceeding is a process involving the court, and it may not proceed quickly. The couple, in the meantime, needs to continue with their lives, their jobs, the purchase or sale of property and the daily business of living.

All of these normal and necessary activities can be hampered by a pending divorce. Property that is accrued by one spouse during this time may be in danger of ending up as part of the marital estate. It may be difficult to sell a house, for example, without an agreement concerning the division of the house’s value.

A Separation Agreement helps address these problems. It is an agreement between the spouses concerning how to divide any property and debts they have accumulated during the marriage. It may also contain provisions concerning child custody, support, and visitation. Resolving these issues quickly can have great practical benefits for the family, and it can help expedite any future proceedings.

Our Attorneys Can Help You Get On With Your Life

At the Law Office of Elliot S. Schlissel, we understand the practical problems created by separation or divorce. Your well being is our first concern, and we will help you achieve solutions as quickly as possible. Legal separation orders are a further step towards divorce. A couple is legally separated only if the couple has successfully petitioned a court to recognize their separation. Living apart does not by itself constitute a legal separation for these purposes.

A legally separated couple may still reconcile, and in that case, if they do nothing, they remain married. To obtain a divorce the couple must file for divorce explicitly.

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