Divorce is one of the most difficult processes a person can go through.  Often a divorce proceeding is contentious and challenging.  Parties involved may use the court proceedings as an avenue to vent their frustration and disappointment with the fact that they are involved in a divorce.

However, some divorces are amicable, and the parties involved are able to agree to most or all the terms of the divorce. In such cases, the parties are often able to avoid costly legal fees, and cut down on time spent in court. Hiring an experienced Orange County divorce attorney can help mitigate the costs of a divorce.

When divorce proceedings begin, the marital settlement agreement will be attached to the  divorce papers, and the couple asks the court to incorporate the agreement into the final judicial. If the marital separation agreement is incorporated into the decree, it becomes a court order and is enforceable by the court.

A marital settlement agreement is a contract dividing the couple’s property, spelling out their rights, and settling problems such as alimony and custody. A marital separation agreement may be drawn before or after the couple has filed for divorce.  A settlement agreement may even be executed while the parties are living together.

A well-written complete marital agreement will clearly spell out the parties rights, and various agreements.  A clear and complete settlement agreement will help eliminate ambiguity regarding what the parties agree to.  Without ambiguity as to the terms of agreement, the parties involved will be much less successful if they, at a future date, ask the court to alter the terms of the agreement.

If you or a loved one are going through a divorce in Orange County, we hope that you keep this information in mind. If you need assistance with a divorce or any other type of family law matter, call Wallin and Klarich today. Wallin and Klarich has a team of highly skilled, aggressive Orange County divorce attorneys ready to take your call 7 days week, 24 hours a day! Wallin and Klarich has been in the business of helping people with their family law matters for over 30 years and we would like to help you with yours! A qualified, experienced family law attorney from the firm will be able to evaluate your case when you call.