What is an estranged wife?

An estranged wife is someone who is legally married but no longer living with or in a relationship with their spouse. This could be due to a variety of reasons such as emotional or physical abuse, infidelity, irreconcilable differences, or communication breakdown. An estranged wife may have chosen to separate from her spouse and live separately or may have been forcibly separated due to legal or personal issues. In many cases, an estranged wife may seek legal counsel to navigate issues such as property division, child custody, and financial support during the separation process.