Is a Separation Agreement Legal in Vermont?
Yes, spouses are able to create separation separation agreements, and can ask a court to grant a legal separation for the same reasons they would seek a divorce. Having a separation agreement prepared reduces the fee charged for a legal separation.[1]
Legal Separation Requirements
- Filing Fee: $295 if there is no agreement/stipulation; $180 with a stipulation if neither party is a resident; $90 with a stipulation if one or both parties are residents (Family Division Fees)
- Residency: At least one spouse must have resided in the state for six months immediately prior to filing the action.[2]
- Where to File: With the Family Division of the Superior Court for the county where either spouse resides.
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