Legal separation provides financial and legal protections while maintaining certain marriage benefits

A legal separation agreement creates clear boundaries and protections while allowing couples to live apart without divorcing. This formal arrangement helps safeguard both parties’ interests while preserving important benefits.

Legal separation offers several key advantages:

• Maintains access to healthcare coverage through a spouse’s insurance plan
• Preserves eligibility for social security benefits and pension entitlements
• Allows couples to continue filing joint tax returns if desired
• Establishes clear terms for property division, support payments, and child custody
• Provides a framework for reconciliation if couples wish to reunite

While less permanent than divorce, legal separation requires proper documentation through a qualified family law professional to ensure your rights are protected.