Posted on: 17/03/2026

Category: FAQs

Separation agreements can cover:

  • Family home: Who will remain in the home, whether it will be sold, and how proceeds will be divided.
  • Finances and debts: Division of savings, investments, pensions, and responsibility for mortgages, loans, and other debts.
  • Maintenance arrangements: Whether one party will provide financial support to the other and for how long.
  • Children: Arrangements for where children will live, contact schedules, and financial support.
  • Household items: Division of furniture, vehicles, and other personal possessions.
  • Future changes: How the agreement might be reviewed or amended if circumstances change.
  • Legal status: Understanding that while not automatically legally binding, courts generally uphold separation agreements if properly drafted and fair.

A well-drafted separation agreement can provide clarity and certainty during a difficult time, potentially avoiding more costly and stressful court proceedings later. It can also form the basis for a consent order if you later decide to divorce.

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