Legal Separation

A legal separation will do many of the same things that a divorce will do. A decree in a legal separation will determine custody of children, support for the children and/or spouse, and virtually every other issue that may arise in a divorce action. The difference between the two types of action is that a legal separation will not end your marriage. In addition, a separation recognizes the possibility that the couple may reunite. Thus, individuals who are legally separated may not remarry unless and until they are divorced. The terms of the separation agreement can be modified in the event of an actual divorce if necessary.

As an experienced family law attorney, I understand that many people have religious or moral objections to divorce. I also understand that there are married couples who find that they need a break from each other that is not necessarily permanent in order to relieve stress in the home, or if one of the parties is going through a difficult time. In such situations, legal separation may be the solution to your problems. It has the psychological advantages beyond simply living separately for a period of time, because it sets a structure for child custody, support, and property issues and allows one of the parties to obtain a court order if the other is not complying with support or custody arrangements. If you are in need of an experienced legal separation lawyer in Lakewood, Colorado or the Denver, CO area, please call (303) 462-0110 to schedule an appointment.

Diane S. Freed PC
777 South Wadsworth Blvd.
Building 1, Suite 105
Lakewood, Colorado 80226
Telephone: (303) 462-0110
Fax: (303) 462-0207
E Mail: diane@dianefreed.com