Can anyone tell me the differences between a legal seperation and a divorce?  (besides the obvious)?
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You absolutely need to speak with a family law attorney. If you can't afford a lawyer, talk to Legal Aid. If you can't find them in the phone book, your state's Bar Association can give you their number.
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Separation does not mean divorce.  You still have to get the legal paper work done.  Check with your state to see how this is done.
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Not sure why the other kids live with dad, but you got to answer what you want first, then it's maybe what he wants, as long as it agree's with your wish's, it's your body, your life.  I assume separated means not divorced, that could make things kind of messy come court time yes?
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depends on how you want to proceed -\nif it is mutual - no kids - no property \n1. By yourself\n2. Both parties in courtroom\n\nbut best to check with your state = go see the Clerk of the Court for your county or parish - they will have a civil section - and the clerks there are understanding and can give you some pointers
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at your local court office you can get a divorce packet,both of you take it to a parralegal have it filled out before you and stipolate a agreement,noterise it and enter it into court, as uncontested ("both") parties .you should receive a short wait for a court hearing, if both parties are still in agreement the judge can order it "so" there and then.just make shure that you are inagreement , whith all issues , such as children ,money or holdings, and dedts.
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Basically a judge decides these things but it can be a contested divorce which means nothing goes until all parties agree. I'd suggest negotiating more...
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Try this:\n\nhttp://www.onlinedivorcepapers.com/divorce.html
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hey there white rabbit,  I am studying to become a lawyer and I know this answer.  It really depends on who's name is on the mortgage/deed for the house, if both of yours is on the deed/mortgage then 50% of the house will always be yours.  If it is just your significant other's name on the house, if you leave that house under a legal separation and not divorce after 90 days the marital domain will be terminated and you will lose your rights to it.  I SUGGEST THAT YOU GET A LAWYER RIGHT NOW!!  i bet your spouse is trying to sneak one by you. You do not need to tell your spouse you are talking to a lawyer but get advice now, it'd cost like $100 to talk to a lawyer for an hour and many specialize in this sort of thing.  GET A LAWYER NOW!  It may be better off getting a divorce by the way...
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I've been divorced twice. I wish I had done a "do it yourself divorce" the second time, it would have saved me a lot of cash. Anyhow, as long as the two of you are in agreement and ther are no kids from the marriage, it should be pretty simple.  never had to provide any info regarding my first marraige to my lawyer during the second divorce. Good Luck!!
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A marriage is annulled if it is not legal.In an annulled marriage the couple will be treated as unmarried legally.\nLegal seperation is when a court permits seprtate living. To give examples,if a man marries a girl of under age ,court annuls the marriage.If couple seperate because of some quarrel or incompatibility,a court of law permits seperate living without any alimony,kids` custody etc.In a divorce couple permanently seperate and finances,kids` future is permanently decided.
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Here's a link to a ton of frequently asked questions regarding divorce in NJ:\n\nhttp://www.divorcenewjersey.com/faqs.html
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Definitely get yourself a good lawyer. I am sorry you and your wife can't work this out on friendly terms. Have you tried talking to her? I don't really see how she can take everything from you. Ask some of your friends and colleagues for some recommendations for a good lawyer. Good Luck.
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This isnt very clear at all but I suggest you speak to a lawyer asap
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Find an attorney.\n\nIf it's a simple divorce with no division of property, alimony or custody/child support issues, you can find forms on the internet and file yourself.  This option requires a lot more work on your part but it's cheaper.
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Talk to a lawyer in your area. There are different ways in different parts of the country.
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you should be able to get this information from an attorney. i am canadian and i married a brit here in canada. we got a very easy divorce after being separated for over a year - that is one of the 'reasons' for a divorce here in alberta. it was done in about 3 months and cost $800. i dont know that they 'dont do' annulments in canada but that isnt an easy thing to do anyway. you have to prove that the marriage was fraudulent or that it wasnt consumated and things like that. contact the law office in your state and the govt in the province you got married in and see what information you can find.
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this is the law as it reads.  I hope you can figure it out from here.\n\nArt. 2375. Effect of judgment\n\nA. Except as provided in Paragraph C of this Article, a judgment decreeing separation of property terminates the regime of community property retroactively to the day of the filing of the petition or motion therefor, without prejudice to rights validly acquired in the interim between filing of the petition or motion and rendition of judgment.\n\nB. If a judgment has been rendered on the ground that the spouses have lived separate and apart either after the filing of a petition for divorce without having reconciled or for six months, a reconciliation reestablishes the regime of community property between the spouses retroactively to the day of the filing of the motion or petition therefor, unless prior to the reconciliation the spouses execute a matrimonial agreement to the contrary. This agreement need not be approved by the court and is effective toward third persons when filed for registry in the manner provided by Article 2332. The reestablishment of the community is effective toward third persons when a notice thereof is filed for registry in the same manner.\n\nC. If a judgment is rendered on the ground that the spouses were living separate and apart after the filing of a petition for divorce without having reconciled, the judgment shall be effective retroactively to the date the original petition for divorce was filed, without prejudice to rights validly acquired in the interim between filing of the petition or motion and rendition of judgment. All subsequent pleadings or motions involving matters incidental to the divorce must be filed in the first filed suit.