Separation Agreements

Separation Agreements or Deeds of Separation can be between both married and unmarried couples, and are less formal than a Divorce as they do not involve the courts.

Separation Agreements may be entered into by couples who do not feel that they are ready for the formality and finality of Divorce or as a step towards sorting out things such as property and finances prior to beginning formal Divorce Proceedings.

Separation Agreements acknowledge you no longer live with your spouse

Separation Agreements are a more formal way of acknowledging that you and your spouse no longer live together and also set out any agreements you have made. They may cover things such as:

• What will happen to any shared property/properties
• How any joint assets will be divided
• How any debts may be divided
• Residence and contact for any children you may have
• Financial arrangements for any children you may have

Avoid the courts with a legal separation agreement

It is worth remembering that:

• Separation Agreements do not involve the court system so are not enforceable by the court system
• They may be harder to uphold if your situation changes
• They are not the same as a divorce so they will not make it possible for you to remarry.

For further information on Separation Agreements or any other family matter, contact our family law team online or call us today on 0121 746 3360.