The Knoxville divorce and separation lawyers of the James R. LaFevor law firm provide legal counsel, representation, divorce and separation advice for residents in Knoxville TN and the central region of eastern Tennessee, including the counties of Knox, Blount, Sevier, Anderson, Grainger, Jefferson and Loudon.
When marital problems become insurmountable, often couples will seek for a divorce before fully understanding all of their legal options. At the law firm of James R. LaFevor we see it as our responsibility to listen to our clients, understand their unique situation, and provide the most appropriate legal counsel.
When faced with a failing marriage, divorce is not the only available legal option. Legal separation is an alternative to divorce when there has been a breakdown of the marriage but each party agrees to the separation instead of divorce. In a legal separation, you accomplish the same things that a divorce does with the exception of actually terminating the marriage.
Although it may not be evident, there are several reasons why a married couple would seek separation instead of filing for divorce. For example, sometimes it is done for practical purposes where the married persons choose to legally separate in order to allow one spouse with medical problems to continue health coverage under their partner’s medical insurance. Some other common reasons include religious restrictions on divorce, general moral objections to divorce, and the ability to take advantage of the deductions from spousal support payments for income tax purposes.
A legal separation is not required prior to filing or getting a divorce, and if a couple is separated, it does not mean that a divorce must follow. Persons who choose to be legally separated many times want to have an open option for reconciliation in the future and therefore work to maintain a civil relationship.
The divorce and separation law practice at James R. LaFevor understands that people need to know about, and understand, the legal options available when being married and living in the same house becomes a serious issue. Our Knoxville law firm serves clients dealing with these issues and we can provide you with help, legal advice and representation needed according to your own situation.
If you have questions about divorce and separation law, call the Knoxville law office of James R. LaFevor office today at 865-637-6258 to arrange an appointment.
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