SEPARATION AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made as of [DATE], between [PARTY A FULL NAME] ("Party A") and [PARTY B FULL NAME] ("Party B"), collectively "the Parties."
RECITALS
A. The Parties were [married / in a common-law relationship] on [DATE]. B. The Parties have separated and have been living separate and apart since [DATE]. C. The Parties desire to settle all rights and obligations arising from their relationship.
1. CHILDREN
1.1 Children of the Relationship
| Name | Date of Birth | |------|--------------| | [NAME] | [DOB] |
1.2 Custody and Guardianship
- The Parties shall share [joint / sole] custody.
- [DETAILS OF DECISION-MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES]
1.3 Parenting Schedule
- Primary residence: [PARTY A / PARTY B / SHARED]
- Access schedule: [DETAIL WEEKLY AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE]
- Holiday schedule: [DETAIL]
1.4 Child Support
- Payor: [PARTY A / PARTY B]
- Amount: $[AMOUNT] per [month]
- Based on: [FEDERAL/PROVINCIAL/STATE GUIDELINES]
- Payable on the [DAY] of each month.
- Review date: [ANNUAL DATE]
2. SPOUSAL SUPPORT
- Payor: [PARTY A / PARTY B / N/A]
- Amount: $[AMOUNT] per month
- Duration: [PERIOD / INDEFINITE]
- Termination events: [REMARRIAGE / COHABITATION / DEATH / DATE]
3. PROPERTY DIVISION
3.1 Matrimonial/Family Home
- Address: [ADDRESS]
- Current value: $[AMOUNT]
- Awarded to: [PARTY A / PARTY B / SOLD]
- Buyout amount (if applicable): $[AMOUNT]
3.2 Other Real Property
| Property | Value | Awarded To | Equalization | |----------|-------|------------|-------------| | [ADDRESS] | $[AMOUNT] | [PARTY] | $[AMOUNT] |
3.3 Vehicles
| Vehicle | Value | Awarded To | Loan Responsibility | |---------|-------|------------|-------------------| | [DESCRIBE] | $[AMOUNT] | [PARTY] | [PARTY] |
3.4 Pensions and RRSPs/401(k)
- [DETAIL EACH PENSION AND DIVISION METHOD]
3.5 Bank Accounts and Investments
| Account | Institution | Balance | Awarded To | |---------|------------|---------|------------| | [DESCRIBE] | [BANK] | $[AMOUNT] | [PARTY] |
3.6 Debts and Liabilities
| Creditor | Amount | Responsibility | |----------|--------|----------------| | [CREDITOR] | $[AMOUNT] | [PARTY] |
4. PERSONAL PROPERTY
- Each Party retains the personal property currently in their possession.
- [SPECIFIC ITEMS TO BE TRANSFERRED]
5. INDEPENDENT LEGAL ADVICE
Each Party acknowledges having been advised to obtain independent legal advice and has had the opportunity to do so. [PARTY A obtained / did not obtain] ILA. [PARTY B obtained / did not obtain] ILA.
6. FULL AND FINAL SETTLEMENT
This Agreement is in full and final settlement of all claims between the Parties arising from their relationship, except as expressly provided herein.
7. GENERAL TERMS
- Amendment: Only in writing, signed by both Parties.
- Governing Law: [JURISDICTION]
- Severability: If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder shall stand.
- Disclosure: Each Party has made full disclosure of all relevant financial information.
SIGNATURES
Party A: _______________________ Date: __________
Party B: _______________________ Date: __________
Witness (A): __________________ Date: __________
Witness (B): __________________ Date: __________