A legal separation allows you to live apart without divorcing or ending a civil partnership. You can apply for a judicial separation for the same reasons or grounds you could file for a divorce or end a civil partnership. If you prefer a judicial separation over divorce or dissolution, contact our experienced divorce and family law solicitors in Manchester for legal assistance.
You may want a legal separation if:
The key difference between divorce and judicial separation is that divorce ends the marriage, whereas a judicial separation does not. Understanding these differences is crucial to choosing the right option for your individual circumstances. Although judicial separation is quite unusual, there are times when it will be preferable to divorce. For instance, if religious or cultural beliefs do not align with divorce, or if one person has developed an illness such as dementia, making divorce seem excessive.
You must decide whether you want to make a joint application with your husband or wife or whether you want to apply on your own.
Making a Joint Application with Your Husband or Wife
You can make a joint application if both of the following apply:
If you want to apply for help with fees, both of you must be eligible to qualify.
Applying for a Legal Separation on Your Own
Make a sole application if either of the following apply:
Arrangements for Children, Money, and Property
You and your husband or wife can choose to work out:
You can also divide your money and property. You can usually avoid going to court hearings if you agree on children, money, and property.
Judicial separation is a very difficult decision to make and should never be taken lightly. Our team of family law solicitors is aware of the sensitivity in this matter and understands that every individual is in a different situation. To make your life easier, you can seek expert legal help from the family law solicitors at TPC Legal. Our team of family law solicitors are highly trained and experienced in all aspects of judicial separation law and will guide and support you each step of the way. We will cut through the legal jargon and ensure you understand exactly what’s happening at all times. Our team of expert family law solicitors will provide the required legal help and guidance with a step-by-step procedure for getting a legal separation in the UK. We can also act for the respondent to the application for legal separation.
Our highly experienced family law solicitors offer legal support in a sensitive and efficient manner to reduce the distress to you and your family. We’re authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), so you know you’re in safe hands. Contact our divorce and family law solicitors today for a free initial consultation and assessment. You can call us on 0161 832 8867 or leave your details here for a callback request regarding your legal matters.