To file for legal separation in Arizona you must obtain a decree of legal separation, which is a petition that is filed by one spouse and then answered by the other. Hearings are held for temporary orders, including child support and parenting time. Spouses then negotiate a separation agreement.
To file for legal separation in Arizona you must obtain a decree of legal separation, which is a petition that is filed by one spouse and then answered by the other. Hearings are held for temporary orders, including child support and parenting time. Spouses then negotiate a separation agreement.
A separation agreement is a legally binding contract created between two spouses, at the time of their separation. This contract sets out each party's rights on issues such as: child custody/access, property, debts and child / spousal support.
Choose the Right Time: Find a calm moment to discuss your feelings and intentions. Be Honest: Explain why you feel separation is necessary. Focus on your feelings rather than placing blame. Define Personal Space: Decide which areas of the home will be private and how you will share common spaces.
What is the difference between a legal separation and a divorce? “Separation” simply means living apart. You do not need to file court papers to separate. The law does not require you to live with your spouse.