Creating a Fair Separation Agreement in Virginia
You do not need a legal separation agreement to be separated under Virginia law. You are legally considered to be separated when one member of the couple leaves with the intent not to return to the marital relationship. But a separation agreement is the single most useful thing you can have to help you function during a separation.
Have you recently parted ways with your husband or wife? No matter the circumstances, this is a challenging time. The last thing you want to worry about is how your finances will be handled or scheduling child visitation. But divorce takes time and something has to be done in the meantime so you can live as normally as possible during your marital separation.
Contact a Norfolk separation agreement lawyer at Myers & Myers today to put your mind at ease. Call to schedule a free initial consultation at 757-583-1879 to learn more about your rights and your options.
What Is a Separation Agreement?
A legal separation agreement defines:
- Living arrangements
- How property will be divided (who can use which car, for example)
- How bills will be paid
- How health and life insurance will be handled
- Whether there will be temporary spousal support and if so, how much
- If you have children, it will outline child support and custody, and visitation
While you and your former partner may have negotiated many of these details between yourselves, it is important that a knowledgeable attorney properly draft and review a legally binding separation agreement. These issues can have tax consequences and legal consequences of which you may not be aware. An experienced family law attorney can watch out for your financial interests and can advise on issues you may not have considered.
Experienced Family Law Attorneys With Your Best Interests in Mind
At Myers & Myers, we start with a thorough initial consultation and investigation on any family law matter. We want to understand your position and your goals. A lot of detail goes into separation agreements. We use worksheets to get all of the important information. We can draft the agreement for you, or we can negotiate its terms with your spouse's attorney.
We will work to achieve your goals so that everyone can walk away satisfied. We will provide the compassion and personal attention you deserve.
Contact a Tidewater separation agreement attorney at Myers & Myers today to discuss your options going forward. Call to schedule a consultation at 757-583-1879 to learn more about your rights and your options.
