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- 1Fill out the formAnswer the questions on this page. It's free, and nothing is saved until you generate the PDF.
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A divorce settlement agreement (also called a marital settlement agreement) outlines how spouses will divide assets, debts, custody, and support. Notarization is typically required for court filing.
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What is a Divorce Settlement Agreement?
A divorce settlement agreement is a legally binding contract between divorcing spouses that resolves all matters of their marriage — including property division, child custody, child support, spousal support, and debt allocation — without going to trial.
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When do you need one?
You need a divorce settlement agreement when filing for an uncontested divorce (where both spouses agree on terms), when mediating a divorce, or when formalizing a separation agreement before or during divorce proceedings.
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Does it need to be notarized?
Yes. Most courts require the divorce settlement agreement to be notarized before it can be filed. Notarization verifies both spouses signed voluntarily and confirms their identities.
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What to have ready for a ten-minute session.
The notary verifies who you are and watches you sign. They don't review the content of your Divorce Settlement Agreement.
- The completed document as a PDF, photo, or scan. If you fill it out here, it carries over for you.
- Leave the signature blank. You sign during the video session, with the notary watching.
- A valid government-issued photo ID for every person signing.
- A phone or laptop with a camera and microphone, and a quiet, well-lit spot.
- Each additional document in the same session is $5.
Can you notarize a Divorce Settlement Agreement online in your state?
Remote online notarization is authorized in 43 states, and a notarization performed under a state’s RON law is generally recognized in the others — so signers in states without their own RON statute can usually still notarize online with a commissioned notary elsewhere. Whether this document is eligible, and whether it needs witnesses, depends on your state and on the party who will accept it. Select your state for its specific rules.
- Does a divorce settlement agreement need to be notarized?
- Yes. Most courts require notarization for the agreement to be filed and approved by a judge.
- Can we write our own divorce settlement agreement?
- Yes. Spouses can draft their own agreement, but it must comply with state law. Having it reviewed by an attorney is recommended. It must still be notarized and approved by the court.
- Is a divorce settlement agreement the same as a divorce decree?
- No. The settlement agreement is a contract between the spouses. The divorce decree is the court order that finalizes the divorce. The court typically incorporates the settlement into the decree.
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