Online Divorce Application
Separation Under One Roof:
Many couples decide to separate and continue to live together for their entire separation or part thereof.
This is often because of financial
constraints or to minimize the disruption to the lives of...
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Online Divorce Application
Separation Under One Roof:
Many couples decide to separate and continue to live together for their entire separation or part thereof.
This is often because of financial
constraints or to minimize the disruption to the lives of the children.
This is termed â
separation under one roof.
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It is important that you and your spouse agree on a date of separation and have it in writing, even if you record this via email or text
message.
Living with your spouse during the separation period does not nullify your separation, provided you do not decide to get back
together for more than 3 months.
In the event that you to decide to live together as husband and wife for 3 months or longer your 12 month
separation period starts over.
When submitting your application for divorce the court needs to be satisfied that despite your living arrangements there has been a change in
the nature of your relationship since separation.
This evidence must be submitted to the cou
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