You have to file for legal separation. Contact your county clerk for forms. I know that something has to be filed, but does it have to be filed immediately? I went threw a divorce and everything was backdated to the date I moved out, but was I considered "legally" separated the day I moved out or did it just become "legal" the day the paperwork was signed?
In North Carolina, there is no requirement to file any legal documents to be considered legally separated. If two people physically separate and live apart with the intention of ending their marriage or relationship, they can be considered legally separated. However, it is advisable to consult with an attorney to understand your specific situation and the potential legal implications.
yes
You are the "spouse" until you are no longer legally married.
your not legally divorced, but you can still be considered not together anymore.
no
Married but filing separate
Once married, you remain so until you die or are legally separated (divorced). Just being separate (apart) is not enough to be "unmarried",
If you are legally separated you are still legally married.
there is no waiting period in California for divorce. You don't have to be separated for any length of time in order to file for divorce.
IF you are NOT LEGALLY separated in the state that you are a a resident of on the last day of the year. Your filing status would be married filing joint or on a separate 1040 federal income tax return MARRIED FILING SEPARATE.
As you both are legally separated you can do it.
* If you are legally separated then no, you are not cheating by sleeping with someone else, but remember ... she could be doing the same thing.
No you can not go and get remarried in the state of Arizona, if legally separated , you must remember you have to legally divorced to get married anywhere.