Under the Divorce Act, you must be separated for at least one full year (365 days) before a judge can grant a final Divorce Order. However, you do not have to wait a year to finalize your finances or parenting plans. You can negotiate, sign, and begin living by your Separation Agreement the day after you separate.
Do I need a separation agreement if we don’t have kids?
Yes. Even without children, a separation agreement is vital to formally "waive" or set the terms for spousal support and to finalize the division of property and debts. Without a signed agreement, your ex-spouse could potentially...
