Tazewell County Legal Separation Lawyer

Legal Separation

No matter your situation or reasoning, if you believe legal separation is right for you, you should consider speaking with a seasoned Tazewell County legal separation lawyer at Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C. Contact our firm today to learn more about legal separation in Illinois and how we can help you.

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When a religious belief or concern about continued health insurance coverage prompts a couple to consider legal separation, the attorneys of Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C. have the experience required. Although divorce and legal separation are similar in many ways, there are key, essential differences which an experienced practitioner will be able to handle. This is why it is always advisable to have an experienced Morton divorce lawyer on your side who can work to ensure you understand your options and that you proceed in a way that best suits your needs.

Legal Separation Vs. Divorce in Illinois

While the outcome of a divorce is the legal termination of the parties’ marriage, the primary difference between legal separation and divorce is that the spouses remain legally married, although separated, when a Judgment for Legal Separation is entered. A Judgment for Legal Separation essentially says that a couple is living separately and apart, but their marriage remains intact. This means that neither party can remarry until the Legal Separation is converted to a dissolution of their marriage.

That being said, legal separation and divorce are similar in many ways. When both parties agree, a legal separation agreement can divide and allocate property between the spouses and can deal with issues including child custody, child support, and spousal support (maintenance or alimony).

Common Reasons People Choose Legal Separation Over Divorce

There are generally two reasons a person may choose to become legally separated as opposed to ending a marriage. For some, a religious belief or Biblical constraint may eliminate divorce as an option for a person living in an untenable marital relationship. For others,  concern over continuing health insurance may factor not a decision to become legally separated rather than divorced. If you believe a legal separation is an option you want to consider, please talk to one of the attorneys at Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C., a Tazewell County legal separation law firm, to assist you in the decision-making process.

Contact a Tazewell County Legal Separation Lawyer

We understand that legal separation is a significant legal issue, even if it isn’t as final as a divorce. If you are seeking a legal separation, please do not hesitate to contact Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C. to schedule your initial consultation with our experienced legal team.

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