Divorce Agreement Playbook

Protect your interests and your children during one of life's most difficult transitions.

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Critical Red Flags
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Warning Signs
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Protections to Ask For
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Biggest Trap in Divorce/Separation Agreement Contracts

Joint Debt Remains in Your Name

Even if your spouse agrees to pay, creditors can still come after you

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The 3 most important things to check first

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Hidden or Undervalued Assets

One spouse concealing assets or undervaluing property to receive a larger share.

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Waiver of Child Support

Child support cannot be waived as it belongs to the child, not the parent.

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3

No Indemnification for Debts

Without indemnification, you may be liable for debts assigned to your spouse.

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Critical Red Flags

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What to Watch For

Common red flags we find in these contracts

Hidden or Undervalued Assets

Critical

One spouse concealing assets or undervaluing property to receive a larger share.

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Warning Signs

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What to Watch For

Common red flags we find in these contracts

Non-Modifiable Support

Warning

Circumstances change; completely non-modifiable support can be problematic.

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What to Ask For

Must-Have Protections

Checklist of protections your contract should include

Essential (Must Have)

Full financial disclosure

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What's Fair

Industry Benchmarks

What is normal vs. what should raise concerns

Metric
Industry Standard
Red Flag
Asset division
50/50 (community property)
70/30+ without justification
Support duration
1 year per 3-4 years married
None for long marriage
Child support
State guideline amount
Below minimum or waived
Time to review
30+ days
Less than 7 days

Benchmarks based on industry standards. Individual contracts may vary based on specific circumstances.

Negotiation Scripts

Negotiation Tips

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Copy-paste scripts for common negotiation scenarios

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Spouse wants the house but cannot afford it

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Child custody schedule too rigid

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Common Traps

Common Traps

Sneaky clauses that often catch people off guard

Joint Debt Remains in Your Name

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