No, a divorce from bed and board is probably not appropriate for you, since you and your husband are already legally separated. That kind of divorce is usually used when the parties are still living together and are seeking a court ordered legal separation. In NC, you do not need any paperwork to show that you are separated. You just have to live at separate addresses.
As far as the lease is concerned, you’ll have to check with your landlord, and consult your lease to find out if you can get out of that lease agreement first. If so, then you can certainly move into a less expensive place.
You should also contact your local Social Services office to find out about getting some child support for your children. That should help you with the financial issues. I would do that as soon as possible.
When you talk to base legal, let them know that there are support issues, as well as any outstanding debts or other property that you want to have divided.
Good luck!
Shonnese D. Stanback
Attorney
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