San Diego Legal Separation Lawyer
An Alternative to Divorce
A legal separation is a way to separate without ending a marriage. People choose this route for many different reasons. The couple may be ready to live apart, but not ready for the finality of divorce. In other cases, there are religious or practical reasons, such as maintaining health insurance.
Regardless of your reasons for exploring this alternative to divorce, it is helpful to consult with a knowledgeable legal separation attorney in San Diego. Embry Family Law P.C. guides clients through the process and helps them find the right solutions to their unique cases.
Please call (619) 485-6476 to learn more about the legal separation process in a free consultation.
The Legal Separation Process
Although legal separation is different from divorce, the process is similar. You will need to complete certain steps, including filing a petition for legal separation. You will also need to reach an agreement with your spouse regarding important issues, such as child custody and property division. The court will grant a final judgment for the separation.
Crafting a Separation Agreement
A separation agreement is different from the process of legal separation. It is possible to enter into an agreement without going through an official legal separation. The separation agreement addresses the common issues that will arise during the separation period.
Issues addressed in a separation agreement include:
- Child custody
- The time children will spend with each parent
- How living expenses will be paid
- Child support
- Alimony
- How assets will be managed
- Property division
Our legal separation lawyer in San Diego helps clients negotiate and craft legal separation agreements with ease. We have our clients’ best interests at heart and advocate for them emphatically.
If you are contemplating legal separation, call (619) 485-6476 to schedule a free consultation.


The Embry Family Law P.C. Team
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Ben E. Embry
Founding Attorney
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Marie Manalo
Intake Specialist
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Nicholas Montano
Legal Assistant