How Can I Ensure My Marital Settlement Agreement is Enforceable?

July 22, 2024

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Most of the time, a Marital Settlement Agreement is required in a divorce, unless you go to trial. 


A Marital Settlement Agreement is a contract between the parties as to the terms of their divorce. It lays out how property is divided; how much spousal support is to be paid; how child custody is to be divided, etc. However, this contract is only worth your time and effort if it is enforceable. 


The Tabo Law Firm has done hundreds of Marital Settlement Agreements. We know which provisions to include to protect your rights. We know to look out for provisions that might hurt your attempts to enforce the agreement. 


This is not something you want to do alone. Let us guide you through this process. 


Call us now at 916-866-8856 to complete your divorce. 

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