Bergen County Separation

In a separation, you and your spouse live apart, but you are still legally married. Parties sometimes consider a separation in Bergen County for religious reasons, or when they think there may be reconciliation in the future. There is no formal proceeding that provides for legal separation in Bergen County. You can however enter into a Bergen County separation agreement.

It is important to note that either spouse can get a divorce simply by stating in divorce papers that the two parties are separated and have lived in separate residences for at least 18 consecutive months. After 18 months have elapsed, the court presumes that there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation.

Bergen County separation agreement

A separation agreement is legally binding and may be written or oral. It covers the period of time from when you separate until you file for divorce. A separation agreement is a contract that delineates the terms of your separation in Bergen County. It is usually arrived at after negotiation and compromise between the spouses and resolves issues relating to child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, division of property and assets, payment of medical expenses, and division of debt. It can also resolve issues such as who pays for college education, insurance, and daycare.

Reliable support for separation and divorce in Bergen County

The Bergen County divorce and separation attorneys of Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Youngman, LLC can provide you with the experienced and personalized legal representation that you deserve. Let us help you through these traumatic times. Contact Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Youngman, LLC today to file for a divorce separation in Bergen County.