Divorce, Dissolution, and Legal Separation

Do I need a Divorce, Dissolution or Legal Separation?

Choosing the best legal solution for you will depend on your family dynamics, the complexity of your financial situation, and even your personality. Dissolving a marriage may mean:

Legal Separation

In a legal separation you are still married at the conclusion of the case, but you have a court order that defines the responsibilities and rights of each spouse while they are living apart. Legal separation frequently, but not necessarily, leads to divorce or dissolution of a marriage.

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Dissolution

This is a more cooperative and private approach to legally ending a marriage. In dissolution, both spouses must agree to all parts of the contract. It has the advantage of being less costly, both financially and, often, emotionally, since the spouses work together in the process and fault does not have to be found. It can often be completed in about 90 days.

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Divorce

This process can be civil and focus on problem solving or the stereotypical "fight about everything" type of case. The Court is more heavily involved in this procedure and all of the proceedings are more formal and controlled. Methods exist to require a spouse to disclose assets, debts and property. Additionally, child custody and visitation are more closely scrutinized.

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