Legal Question in Family Law in New York
rights of legal seperation
i am wondering if my rights are the same in a seperation as they are in a divorce?like child support,half of homes worth,half of 401k,etc.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: rights of legal seperation
A well drafted separation agreement would cover the equitable distribution of your property, visitation and custody issues, as well as support and maintenance. the only right you would not have, that you would have in a divorce, is while you don't have a divorce judgment, you can't get married. For NY Law and Official Court forms:
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Re: rights of legal seperation
It is constructive for you to see them as identical. In addition, what you negotiate for separation will be your outcome on divorce.
Re: rights of legal seperation
actually - yes - the rules of equitable distribution apply - if you wish, contact my office for an appointment. five one six, two four eight, four thousand