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Why You Should Have a Marital Settlement AgreementA written agreement is important to have for several reasons. First, it is useful if you are ever required to supply evidence to the court regarding the date that you actually did separate. Second, a written agreement leaves no doubt about exactly what decisions were made concerning your separation and how they should be handled. Finally, to protect both husband and wife, it makes better sense to have a clearly written settlement agreement rather than depend on verbal agreements. Do I Need an Attorney to Write a California Marital Settlement Agreement?No, a husband and wife may write their own marital settlement or separation agreement without the help of an attorney. However, in some circumstances, especially complicated ones, it may be sensible to seek advice from with an attorney or consider having them review your agreement when completed. Even if you plan on using an attorney to help you, experts recommend putting together the framework for your marital settlement agreement before your appointment. You will be better educated and well organized. This could save you a significant amount of money in attorney fees. When you buy our agreement you will be receiving one that has been designed specifically for California by an attorney licensed in California.
We have included the contact information for the attorney we use in California. This attorney is familiar with our agreements which should save you some time and money if you need additional legal advice. Our attorney-drafted marital settlement agreement is a well-written, self-instructive form that you can change to the needs of you and
To make completing your settlement agreement easier we include built in directions filled out by the California attorney we use. Our easy-to-follow instructions will assist you to successfully complete your settlement agreement. We also include the following forms with your California marital settlement agreement free of charge. Temporary Guardianship FormA temporary guardianship form to give a different adult the temporary guardianship over a minor child or children for a short period of time. Child Visitation ScheduleOur attorney-drafted child visitation schedule will save you time and worry when scheduling which parent your child will stay with and on what days. Schedules for Assets and DebtsYou can download free of charge all schedules for assets and debts required for California. Also available free of charge is the child support calculator for California. These disclosures will save time and lessen your likelihood of forgetting essential items and property under demanding circumstances. Our California marital settlement agreement was last updated in February 2008 by a licensed California attorney. Attorney-Drafted Information Sheet With Frequently Asked QuestionsThis information sheet provides answers for some of the more commonly asked questions people have about separation, child support payments, your agreement and the courts. You do not have to fill out your California marital settlement agreement online. You can fill out all your forms in the privacy of your home. All of your personal information remains private and confidential. The California marital settlement agreement comes in a rich text format which is widely readable and usable on almost any computer. No special software or installation is needed. Fill out and edit as easily as you would most other forms. Disclosures are available in a standard PDF format. All of your forms can be downloaded quickly and easily immediately after ordering. Free technical support is offered 7 days a week should you have any problems downloading your forms.
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