QUESTION
Is it necessary to be legally or officially separated before you get a divorce and why?
Asked on Jun 22nd, 2015 on Divorce - California
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We just decided to get a divorce. We have been married and living together for 2 and a half years. We never decided to separate legally, though my husband has been staying with friends lately. Do we need to be legally separated before we can get a divorce?
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No. At least not in most states. You can simply file a petition for divorce.
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2015 at 11:27 AM
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James T. Weiner, P.C.
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In Michigan there is no need to be separated prior to initiating a divorce However In some states there is a legal requirement that you be separate for up to a year prior to filing for divorce.
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2015 at 10:30 AM
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Diane L. Berger
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No, you do not.
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2015 at 9:09 AM
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IFloridea you do not need a Legal Separation.
Answered on Jun 22nd, 2015 at 5:00 PM
No! You just need to file a petition and the other paperwork for a dissolution.
Answered on Jun 22nd, 2015 at 4:54 PM
No it is not necessary to be legally separated before you file for divorce. If you are not yet separated however have you considered marriage counseling. Good luck.
Answered on Jun 22nd, 2015 at 4:13 PM
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You can file for a divorce now. You do not have to be legally separately first.
Answered on Jun 22nd, 2015 at 4:11 PM