Is there any other type of marriage separation besides a legal separation? Is there a short term separation?

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Is there any other type of marriage separation besides a legal separation? Is there a short term separation?

I am considering a trial separation with
my husband. I am feeling that I need to
separate from him as my husband and
first try to rebuild our friendship. I need
to trust him again and I have tried with
him still home but i dont feel like that is
working. Trust is very important to me
and its not there. I was sexually
abused by him for almost 8 years. He
has not been sleeping in bed with me
for the last 6 months or so. We have
been seeing a marriage counselor as
well. But I dont feel I can fully forgive
and be 100 in working on our
marriage if I cant first trust him as my
friend. I want to try a short term
separation to work on our friendship
but I dont know if my only option is a
legal separation? Are there any other
options?
Thank you

Asked on March 19, 2018 under Family Law, California

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

It is so wonderful that you are getting help alone and as a couple.  I hope that it helps direct you to the right path in your life and this relationship.  May I suggest that you seek consultation from an attorney in your area on the legalities of a legal separation?  It can be the first step to divorce but I can see it also as a way of trying to resolve some of the issues that would creep up in divorce - distribution of marital assets and issues with any children - at a time when things are good between you.  You can always live apart for a time but it does not protect you financially as a legal separation would.  Please seek help.  Good luck.
http://www.courts.ca.gov/1032.htm


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