property separation
[/ˈprɒpərti ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: property separations
separação de bens
1. A legal arrangement in matrimonial law where spouses maintain separate ownership and control of their individual assets and property during and after marriage
They opted for property separation to keep their finances completely independent.
Eles optaram pela separação de bens para manter suas finanças completamente independentes.
2. The division and allocation of assets and liabilities between spouses in a divorce or legal separation proceeding
The property separation agreement outlined which assets belonged to each party.
O acordo de separação de bens delineou quais bens pertenciam a cada parte.
3. A regime of property rights established before or during marriage determining how marital property is owned and distributed
Under property separation, earnings and acquisitions made during marriage remain the individual's property.
Sob o regime de separação de bens, os rendimentos e aquisições feitas durante o casamento permanecem propriedade do indivíduo.
In Brazil, property separation (separação de bens) is one of three marital property regimes recognized by law, alongside community property and partial community property. This legal framework is particularly important in Brazilian family law and is established through prenuptial agreements or court orders. The concept reflects civil law traditions and differs from common law jurisdictions like the USA, where community property or equitable distribution models vary by state. Understanding property separation is crucial for divorce proceedings and financial planning in Brazil.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to arrange a property separation
property separation agreement
under property separation
regime of property separation
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