To write one that is comprehensive and meets California's legal requirements, follow these steps: Start with basic information. Outline asset and debt division. Specify spousal support terms. Detail child custody and support. Include a dispute resolution clause. Finalize with signatures and notarization.
You both must sign the agreement. If your spouse didn't file a response in this case, their signature must be notarized. This means an official checks their ID and then has them sign the document in front of them.
If you're not able to use the summary dissolution procedure, then the necessary paperwork used to begin a California uncontested divorce case are the Petition for Dissolution (Divorce) of Marriage/Domestic Partnership (Form FL-100), and Summons (Form FL-110).
You both must sign the agreement. If your spouse didn't file a response in this case, their signature must be notarized. This means an official checks their ID and then has them sign the document in front of them.
Once a Marital Settlement Agreement is drafted, signed by the parties and file stamped by the Court, this becomes the Judgment in the case. The orders contained within the Judgment are enforceable by law enforcement as well as the family court.
Enforcing an MSA must be done by filing a formal request or motion (legal paperwork) with the court. You will need to show the court how your ex-spouse failed to follow the terms of the agreement. There are many reasons you may need to ask the court to assist you with enforcing your agreement.
A separation agreement must be notarized and witnessed by two witnesses.