Once spouses have come to an agreement on some or all of the issues involved in a separation and divorce, the agreement should be reduced to writing and signed by both spouses. North Carolina closely regulates contracts entered between spouses. North Carolina General Statute Chapter 52 governs the agreements between spouses after date of marriage.
Separation Agreements and Property Settlements can include division of property and debts, child custody and child support, spousal support and a number of other provisions that sever financial ties. These agreements usually include provisions allowing spouses to buy and sell property as if they are unmarried and to renounce inheritance rights.
Trying to draft your own agreement without the help of an attorney can have some long-term unintended consequences. In some cases, the agreement may not be binding at all. An attorney can negotiate the contract for you, or if you and your spouse have come to an agreement, she can draft the agreement and ensure that it is drafted and signed properly.
Contact attorney Gena McCray or call us at (919) 497-0091 for more information.