A divorce legally ends a marriage, allowing both parties to remarry and leading to the division of assets, debts, and decisions on alimony and child custody based on Illinois state laws.
Legal separation, on the other hand, does not end the marriage. It allows couples to live apart and divide their assets and responsibilities while remaining legally married. Legal separation can be beneficial for those with moral or religious reasons for avoiding divorce or for couples needing to retain certain marital benefits, such as health insurance coverage, which would end upon divorce.
In Schaumburg, legal separation can also serve as a non-final step that gives couples time to resolve personal and financial issues before deciding if they want to proceed with a divorce.
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While both options legally address asset division and responsibility for debts, the choice between divorce and legal separation depends on the couple's long-term objectives regarding their marital status and their personal and financial circumstances. Call our Schaumburg attorney today to learn more or schedule a consultation with our team. We look forward to guiding you through this process!
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