Divorce Settlement Agreements

The divorce settlement aggreement is one of the biggest considerations when negotiating a divorce. This determines how the divorce will affect the assets of both parties, both now and in the future. When you enter the negotiating room, you will want to make sure that you do so with experienced legal advice that doesn't cost the earth. Our divorce lawyers have worked through divorce settlement agreements many times over, and will work to get you the bigger 'half' of any deal.

A key issue in many divorce settlement agreements is pensions and other monies that may be due to either party in the future. It must be determined legally whether a former spouse has the right to claim future earnings of this kind. This is just one of the many reasons why skilled divorce negotiators are necessary for the duration of this process.

If there are any children in the relationship, the divorce settlement agreement will also incorporate child support, child custody and health coverage for your children. All of these issues have to be finalised legally, and certain aspects of the settlement relating to children will be decided by the courts. Regardless of the age of your children, you should also come to an agreement about the division of future college fees. While these issues are being determined one of our low cost divorce lawyers can guide you through the process, making sure that you have all the information and advice you need about this important aspect of your divorce settlement.

In most marraiges the most valuable joint asset is the family home. It is important to seek legal advice before you make any decisions regarding this issue, as a house is at once a valuable asset and a large expense. If you wish to obtain ownership of the family home as a part of the divorce settlement agreement, you should consider the expense of maintaining it. All of these details can be discussed with our experienced lawyers in New York.