Marriage Separation Agreement

Courts usually take into account any Marital Separation Agreement at hand, as long as it’s just, and reasonable. In some cases, a court may refuse to recognize a Marital Separation Agreement. That usually happens if the agreement is perceived to be unfair, hidden assets are discovered, or the terms are adjudged to be against the best interests of the children.

Both of you need to sign another document that cancels the Marital Separation Agreement.

Make sure to describe the visitation schedule as clearly as possible, especially if you and your spouse have a history of poor communication and disagreements. Detail the standard visits as agreed, including holidays and school visits. The schedule should be reasonable, transparent, and leave no room for interpretation.

Sit and discuss this matter thoroughly before creating the agreement. The division of your assets and possessions depends on personal and familial circumstances. The key is to be open, fair, and disclose all possessions at the beginning.

Every US state has a child support division that can enforce the various aspects of your separation agreement. There are differences across the US, but all parents are eligible to use the services, including potential wage garnishments and criminal charges for the violators.