Is a filed seperation agreement to show division of debts, assets, and income?

Full question:

Is a filed seperation agreement to show division of debts, assets, and income required in the state of Oregon to be a legal seperation? Also would a spouse be eligible to receive any of his/hers military income.

  • Category: Divorce
  • Subcategory: Legal Separation
  • Date:
  • State: Oregon

Answer:

The following is an Oregon statute:

107.025 Irreconcilable differences as grounds for dissolution or
separation.

(1) A judgment for the dissolution of a marriage or a permanent or
unlimited separation may be rendered when irreconcilable differences
between the parties have caused the irremediable breakdown of the
marriage.

(2) A judgment for separation may be rendered when:

(a) Irreconcilable differences between the parties have caused a
temporary or unlimited breakdown of the marriage;

(b) The parties make and file with the court an agreement suspending
for a period not less than one year their obligation to live together as
husband and wife, and the court finds such agreement to be just and
equitable; or

(c) Irreconcilable differences exist between the parties and the
continuation of their status as married persons preserves or protects
legal, financial, social or religious interest.

[1971 c. 280 § 9; 1973 c. 502 § 1; 2003 c. 576 § 104]

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FAQs

Yes, the military recognizes legal separation as a valid status. However, the specifics can vary based on military branch regulations and the terms of the separation agreement. It's important for service members to consult their unit's legal office for guidance on how separation affects military benefits and obligations.