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Do you live in Ohio?

Yes
No


How long will your Separation Agreement last?

Temporary
Permanent

Your Separation Agreement will be valid even after divorce.



Do you live in Ohio?

Yes
No


Do you and your spouse have any minor children
from this relationship?

Yes
No

Includes any biological or adopted child up to the age of 18 or any child that is dependent upon you financially as they are attending educational institute on a full-time basis or have a disability that prevents them from looking after themselves financially.


Which spouse is creating this Separation Agreement?




(e.g. Street, City, State, Zip Code)



Who is the other spouse in this relationship?




(e.g. Street, City, State, Zip Code)



Where were you married?


(e.g. City, County, Ohio, United States)



Are you currently living separately from your spouse?

Yes
No

It may be possible to be "separated" and still be living in the same home as your spouse (e.g. for financial reasons) if you are no longer behaving as though you were married (absence of sexual relations, lack of communication, meal patterns, absence of joint social activities, and keeping assets and financial expenses separate).


Have you or your spouse begun divorce proceedings?

Yes
No


Dependent Child's Info

Your child could be a dependent child if: (a) they are under the age of 18; (b) they are attending school full-time; or (c) they have a mental or physical disability that prevents them from being independent.




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Custody over the child will be?

Sole
Joint

Both parents share responsibility of decision-making but the children primarily resides with one parent.

Who will our child reside with more?

You
Second Party
Both Parents



Who will the child principally reside with?

You
Your Spouse
Both parents


Who will have decision making authority for the child?

You
Your Spouse
Both parents


Describe the parenting plan the parties will follow,
including any specific schedule for holidays:

(e.g. The husband will have contact on every Wednesday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm and every second weekend from Friday 7:00 pm to Sunday 7:00 pm. He will also have contact on Christmas Day, Easter and half term on odd years and all other public holidays on even years. Summer holidays time will be split equally between the husband and wife.)


Describe your spouse's visitation time with the child:


(e.g. John Doe will have visits every Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm and every second weekend.)






(e.g. John Doe will have visits on all statutory holidays on even years and the summer vacation will be split equally between John Joe and Jane Smith.)



Who will be paying child support?

You
Your Spouse

The parent who has the child for the least amount of time generally pays a fixed amount in child support support to the other parent.

You will pay:

$

 every  
week



First payment will be made on:





Who will pay for the child's additional costs?

You
Your Spouse
Both according to fixed percentage


You will pay:

$

 every  
week



First payment will be made on:




(e.g. Uninsured health care costs, piano lessons, day care expenses, etc.)


Will additional child care costs be paid "on request"
or "monthly"?

On request
Monthly

Total additional costs:

$



Percentage to be paid upon request:

%
Payment will be $0.



Describe the additional costs that will be paid for:

(e.g. Uninsured health care costs, piano lessons, day care expenses, etc.)




Will child maintenance benefits continue during the
child's third-level education?

Yes
No

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Who will maintain health insurance for the child?

You
Your Spouse
Both

Health care expenses can include dental, vision and other medical expenses.



When will child support payments end?

(This includes any payments for additional costs, health insurance, and dental coverage.)
When our child is no longer a financially dependent minor
When our adult child is no longer a full-time student
Other



Will one party pay spousal support?

Yes
No


Who will pay spousal support?

You
Your Spouse



How much will you pay in
spousal support?

$

 every  
week




When will you stop making payments?

When your spouse remarries
Payments will continue indefinitely
On a specific date


Do you own your home, or are you renting?

Renting
Own a home




Your Income

$

$

(e.g. stocks, bonds, businesses, rental property, etc.)



Your Spouse's Income

$

$

(e.g. stocks, bonds, businesses, rental property, etc.)



Will you be entitled to any specific items?

Yes
No


Will your spouse be entitled to any specific items?

Yes
No


Do you want to list any common assets to be
sold for cash and divided?

Yes
No


Will you be solely responsible for any debts?

Yes
No

List all debts such as credit card debts, car loans, personal loans, etc. Do not list any debts related to the matrimonial home.


Will your spouse be solely responsible for any debts?

Yes
No

List all debts such as credit card debts, car loans, personal loans, etc. Do not list any debts related to the matrimonial home.


Do you want to add any additional clauses?

Yes
No


Do you want to include certificates of
independent legal advice?
(each party will get advice from and sign the agreement in front of their own lawyer)

Yes
No


Yes
No


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What Is a Separation Agreement?

A SEPARATION AGREEMENT IS:

  • A formal acknowledgement that two spouses have agreed to separate but remain legally married
  • A document listing the terms of the separation and the responsibilities of each spouse during their time apart
  • A temporary or permanent agreement, depending on whether the couple wants a temporary separation or is ready to divorce
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What's the Difference Between Separation and Divorce?

Couples experiencing troubles in their marriage can either separate or divorce:

  • In a separation, a couple remains legally married but lives separate lives. They can choose to reconcile at any time
  • In a divorce, a couple officially ends their marriage by submitting divorce papers to a court. All assets and debts are divided, and the couple cannot reinstate their marriage if they decide to get back together

What's the Difference Between a Temporary and Permanent Separation Agreement?

The difference between a temporary and permanent Separation Agreement is:

  • Temporary Separation Agreement: addresses matters such as spousal support or child support during a trial separation. The temporary agreement remains in place until the spouses reconcile, decide to divorce, or create a new agreement
  • Permanent Separation Agreement: formalizes the terms of a permanent separation and is often submitted to a court. Permanent separation can be a solution if a couple cannot divorce for financial or spiritual/religious reasons
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When Should I Use a Separation Agreement?

Separation Agreements can be used:

  • To document the terms of a couple's temporary or trial separation
  • To outline the terms of a permanent separation for a court
  • To help establish the terms of a divorce agreement

What Information Do I Include in a Separation Agreement?

A Separation Agreement addresses important matters
such as:

Minor children:

  • Type of custody: sole or joint
  • Visitation schedules
  • Child support payments, including frequency and amount
  • Division of other costs such as health insurance

Spousal support:

  • Spousal support payments, including frequency and amount
  • When payments will end

Assets and debts:

  • What will happen to the marital home
  • Whether spouses are entitled to any specific assets
  • Who is responsible for any debts
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