What a Separation Agreement Does in North Carolina
A separation agreement is a written contract between you and your spouse that can resolve all aspects of your case - your finances, support payments, and custody. This contract can formalize a final settlement prior to a divorce being granted and will remain in place after the divorce process is completed.
WHAT IT IS
What a Separation Agreement Addresses
A separation agreement is tailored to the specifics that matter to you.
Your Children and Your Finances
Where the children reside and a schedule that works for you. Child support, based on North Carolina law. Alimony if there is an income gap. How you divide the house, cars, bank accounts, retirement accounts and debt.
The Details That Matter
Who carries the children on health insurance and how will you file taxes? The particulars people forget: the timeshare, the season tickets, or the country club. We help you identify every aspect that needs to be included in your final settlement.
WHY IT MATTERS
Why Having One Matters More Than People Think
Prevents one spouse from draining a shared account
Locks in the parenting schedule
Protects you if your spouse stops paying what they agreed to verbally
Keeps your family's finances private — no court record
Gives you legal recourse
How We Work
How We Handle Separation Agreements at Smith Cash Family Law
Put your agreement in writing.
Contact us for a confidential conversation so we can help you understand your options. No commitment, just clear guidance so you can decide what is right.
Faq
Your separation agreement questions, answered honestly.
How long does it take to get a separation agreement?
Simple, amicable agreements can be finalized in two to four weeks. Complex cases with significant assets or active disagreement can take up to a year.
Do we have to go to court?
Can we write our own and skip the lawyer?
What if my spouse won't agree to sign?
Does a separation agreement mean we are divorced?