Legal Separation »
Charleston SC Lawyer for Legal Separation
If no current ground for divorce exists
but the spouses are separated
and no longer living in the same house, the parties may initiate an action
for Separate Maintenance and Support. Commonly thought of and referred to
as a “Legal Separation,” an action for Separate Maintenance and Support is
similar to a divorce action. Charleston, SC divorce lawyer Tim Amey can
help in initiating these proceedings. It affords an opportunity to deal
with the issues of the marriage including dividing marital property, custody
and support for children, and spousal support or alimony.
While similar rules apply in separation proceedings
, the grounds are not
as strict and the judges do not require as much proof. Although you remain
married, the following become legally defined:
- Child support
- Alimony
- Child custody
- Property—including house, car, furnishings, savings accounts, and other
assets
- Visitation
- Restraining orders
In certain very limited circumstances, the parties may obtain an annulment.
In an annulment, the court declares that the parties' marriage is void, and
no divorce is necessary. Considering getting a divorce? Perhaps you are
first interested in exploring a Separate Maintenance and Support. Guiding
you through every step of the process, Charleston SC divorce attorney Tim
Amey is here to help in this difficult time. The consultation will be free
if you hire attorney Amey to handle your case.
