Living separately in different houses and official separation?

Yes that should be considered a separation.

Anyone is allowed to ask for anything but it doesn’t mean they are entitled to get it. But this appears to be your mother’s problem so she should...

Can hiring a lawyer accelerate my divorce process?

Having an attorney is always better than representing yourself. Abraham Lincoln said a person who represents himself has a fool for a client. It...

In addition to what attorney shields said, What does the Judgment say about ownership of the house, and why do you want him to pay for 1/2 of the...

How can I protect me estate during a divorce?

Yes keep them as your separate property and do what Attorney Straus says.

Yes go to her family law attorney first.

Your income that you make since the date of separation is yours and you can use it however you want to. You should finalize your divorce now. 7...

Can I group multiple items in a single motion regarding a divorce? For example, fraud + not obeying court orders, etc.,

Yes you can, and should. It makes more sense then filing separate motions.

Can I ask for divorce?

I absolutely agree with the prior attorneys answer. You should file as soon as possible

What do I do and how?

Get an attorney and file an RFO and maybe a contempt action.