Bucks County Marriage Separation

In Pennsylvania and Bucks County, there is no law stating that a couple who separates must sign a legal document stating the separation. Put in other words, in Pennsylvania you are not able to obtain a court document stating a legal separation exists.

However, common sense indicates that it is always worthwhile to sign a legal civil document, prepared by a Bucks County divorce lawyer, known as a “separation agreement” stating the separation and settlement of issues like custody of children, child support, distribution of property and debt settlement. Of course, this supposes that both spouses are in agreement on various issues since both parties must voluntarily sign the separation agreement for it to be valid. An attorney can guide you in preparing this legally binding civil contract.  

Bucks County Divorce and Separation

Spouses may continue to live in the same household if they so choose and still be considered separated. There is no requirement for filing a divorce at any time.  Spouses continue to enjoy many legal rights they had in the marriage.  Among other things, this could include the right to file a joint income tax and continuation of medical insurance benefits.