Document background
The State Separation Notice (Trennung bekanntgabe) is a crucial document in Austrian family law that formally establishes the beginning of a marital separation. This document is typically used when spouses decide to live separately but have not yet initiated or decided upon divorce proceedings. The notice serves multiple purposes: it establishes a clear separation date, which can be important for subsequent legal proceedings; it outlines initial arrangements for practical matters; and it creates a formal record of the intention to separate. Under Austrian jurisdiction, while not mandatory, this document can provide important evidence in future legal proceedings and helps establish clear expectations between the parties. The State Separation Notice should include essential information such as the parties' details, separation date, basic living arrangements, and any immediate practical considerations regarding children, property, or finances.
