What should be included in a divorce settlement agreement?
What should be included in a divorce settlement agreement?
A divorce settlement agreement is a legally-binding document* in which you and your spouse agree on the terms of your divorce and can cover a full range of topics, including child support, spousal support, division of property, custody and visitation rights, and any other issues that are relevant to your situation.
How do you enforce a marital settlement agreement?
If your ex isn’t complying with court-ordered child support or spousal support you will need to hire a divorce attorney to file a petition for contempt. Once this is done a judge can compel your ex to pay by garnishing their wages or sending them to jail until they agree to make regular payments.
Can you renegotiate divorce settlement?
Typically, a divorce decree is enforceable and must be followed from the moment the judge enters a decision. However, in most states, there are scenarios where a person may be able to reopen a divorce decree and renegotiate more favorable terms.
What happens if I contest a divorce?
A contested divorce, as the name implies, is the exact opposite of an uncontested divorce. In this kind of divorce, spouses disagree about some or all of the issues raised. This often relates to the children, spousal support, and division of financial assets.
