Separation agreements for couples who have reached an agreement
A separation agreement is a legally binding domestic contract that sets out the terms of separation. Bavi assists with drafting simple separation agreements within the FLSP-authorized scope, for couples who have already agreed on the key issues.
Typical terms addressed
- Division of personal property where both parties have agreed on terms
- Spousal support amounts, duration, or a mutual waiver of spousal support
- Parenting arrangements including decision-making responsibility and parenting time
- Child support amounts consistent with the Federal Child Support Guidelines
- Acknowledgment of the date of separation for legal and financial purposes
What to know before proceeding
- A separation agreement is a contract — both parties should fully understand what they are signing
- Independent legal advice (ILA) is strongly recommended for both parties before signing
- Complex property division, significant asset disputes, or contested parenting may fall outside scope
- Bavi will advise early if a matter appears too complex for limited-scope assistance
- A signed agreement does not need to be filed in court, but can be incorporated into a court order if needed
How Bavi approaches agreement drafting
Intake and scope review
We review the issues you have agreed on and confirm whether the matter fits within the FLSP-authorized scope for drafting. Matters that are contested or involve complex assets are flagged early.
Drafting
We prepare a clear, plain-language draft agreement covering the agreed terms. Both parties have the opportunity to review the draft before any signing takes place.
Execution and advice
We advise on the importance of independent legal advice, the proper signing process, and the options for filing the agreement with the court if the parties later want it enforced as a court order.
Questions about a separation agreement?
Book a free consultation to confirm scope and discuss the terms you have agreed on before drafting begins.