Why Independent Legal Advice Matters for Your Separation Agreement

Getting independent legal advice on a separation agreement is recommended because it ensures that the agreement is fair, legally sound, and protects your rights, having regard to your individual circumstances. Although Divii is created by a family lawyer, our services are a guided do-it-yourself platform, which means that the outcomes are directed by you. Divii provides legal information to help guide your decisions, but we can never provide personalized advice. This is where a lawyer comes in.  

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A lawyer can help you understand the terms of the agreement, explain your rights and obligations, and identify any potential issues you might not have considered. This step is particularly important because a separation agreement is legally binding even when you sign it without a lawyer and can have long-term consequences for finances, property, and parenting arrangements.

 

Independent legal advice also helps demonstrate that both parties fully understood the agreement, which can be critical if the separation agreement is ever challenged in the future. It’s a key step in making sure your agreement is clear, fair, and enforceable.

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