Types of Separation Agreements

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Types of Separation Agreements
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There are Two Types of Separation Agreements

• A separation agreement between spouses
• A separation agreement from a court proceeding

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A Separation Agreement Between Spouses

• Married couples can create a separation agreement
  that has been properly drafted, signed and
  executed by both spouses. In this type of
  agreement, a court proceeding is not involved.

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• If the agreement is violated by a spouse, the
  other spouse can file a case in court seeking
  enforcement or damages due to the violation of
  the agreement.

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• As in any other contract dispute case taken to
  court, a separation agreement between spouses is
  a binding contract that can be enforced by law.

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A Separation Agreement in a Legal Separation
Court Proceeding

• Married couples can also pursue a legal
  separation in a court of law. In this case, the
  separation agreement is drafted and signed
  through a court proceeding.

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• The agreement then becomes a court order. If
  there is any breach in the agreement, it becomes
  a violation of the court order.

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• In this type of arrangement, the spouse does not
  need to file a court case if the terms of the
  separation are violated by the other spouse. They
  will only need to file a motion to enforce the
  legal separation agreement.

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• If you are considering a separation in your
  marriage, an experienced divorce lawyer can
  advise you and will provide you with the
  necessary information to draft your separation
  agreement.

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• If you are facing a breach of agreement from your
  spouse, an experienced divorce lawyer will
  continue to advise you on how to protect your
  legal rights and interests.

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• Every case is handled with personalized care at
  Harold, Salant, Strassfield Spielberg. We
  understand the unique difficulties that can arise
  in a separation agreement, both legally and
  emotionally.

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• The Salant lawyers will ensure that you are
  represented strongly and effectively from
  beginning to end.

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