Louisiana Marital Separation Agreement Template
This Marital Separation Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the "Agreement") is made and entered into on this _____ day of ________________, 20____, by and between ______________________ (hereinafter referred to as "Spouse 1"), and ______________________ (hereinafter referred to as "Spouse 2"), both of whom agree to be bound by this Agreement. This Agreement establishes the parties' rights, obligations, and responsibilities to each other and to their children, if any, arising out of their marital relationship. Both parties have agreed to live separate and apart and wish to define the terms of their separation in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana.
WHEREAS, the parties were lawfully married on the _____ day of ________________, 20____, in the City of ______________________, State of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, the parties have experienced irreconcilable differences, leading them to this separation; and
WHEREAS, they wish to formalize their separation and address matters concerning child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, and debt allocation without the need for court intervention, insofar as permitted by the laws of the State of Louisiana, particularly referencing the Louisiana Civil Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and for other valuable consideration received, and intending to be legally bound, the parties agree as follows:
- Child Custody and Visitation: Both parties agree that [ENTER CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS HERE], in accordance with what is in the best interests of their child(ren), as deemed by the State of Louisiana’s child custody guidelines.
- Child Support: Spouse 1 [___] / Spouse 2 [___] shall pay child support in the amount of $________ per month, in accordance with Louisiana’s child support guidelines and laws.
- Spousal Support: [ENTIRE TEXT ABOUT THE SPOUSAL SUPPORT ARRANGEMENTS GOES HERE], taking into consideration the length of the marriage, each spouse's financial status, and Louisiana law on spousal support.
- Division of Property: [FULL DESCRIPTION OF HOW MARITAL PROPERTY WILL BE DIVIDED, INCLUDING ANY REAL ESTATE, RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS, AND PERSONAL PROPERTY].
- Division of Debt: [FULL DESCRIPTION OF HOW MARITAL DEBT WILL BE ALLOCATED BETWEEN THE PARTIES]. It’s important this division is fair and in accordance with Louisiana laws related to marital debt.
- Legal and Physical Separation: Both parties agree to live separate and apart and may live as though they were not married, except as prohibited by Louisiana law. Both parties are restricted from legally marrying another person until a divorce decree is entered.
- Amendments: Any amendment to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties. Verbal agreements will not be recognized or enforceable under this Agreement.
- Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Louisiana.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first above written.
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Spouse 1 Signature
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Spouse 2 Signature
Notary Public:
State of Louisiana
County of ___________________
On this, the _____ day of ________________, 20____, before me, a Notary Public, personally appeared ______________________ and ______________________, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the persons whose names are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
In witness whereof, I hereunto set my hand and official seal.
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Notary Public Signature
My commission expires: _______________
