Family Law Agreements

Every family is unique and your legal agreements should reflect your specific situation. At Vaz Law, we help create and modify various family law agreements that protect your interests while maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.

Types of Agreeements

    • A legally binding contract between future spouses.

    • Created before marriage, and agreed upon by both of you

    • Protects assets and defines financial responsibilities

    • Valuable for couples of all income levels. Will not only protect current assets, including income, but future assets as well.

    • Sets clear expectations from the start. Encourages conversations about finances prior to being married

    • Cannot include future children

    • Ideal for couples considering remarriage

    • Similar protection as prenuptial agreements

    • Created after marriage, and agreed upon by both of you

    • A legally binding contract between spouses.

    • Helps organize finances and responsibilities

    • Provides security and clarity

    • This agreement is NOT created in anticipation of a divorce, and is not a substitute for a Stipulation of Settlement.

    • Voluntary arrangement for living apart

    • No court involvement required

    • Can be used as a Stipulation of Settlement in future divorce if needed

    • Covers maintenance, support, custody, and equitable distribution

    • Allows time for emotional and practical planning

    • Ideal for couples not ready for divorce, may reconcile and may need continuing health insurance coverage

    • Clarify property ownership for couples who choose not to get married

    • Detail financial contributions

    • Determine debt responsibility

    • Gives legal protections to unmarried couples with particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ community

    • Based on NY Child Support Standards Act, which gets updated regularly

    • Can be customized for your family's needs

    • Can include childcare and medical expenses among other expenses

    • Flexible options outside court formula

    • Can be updated as needed

    • Focus on best interests of children

    • Create detailed parenting plans

    • Avoid court-imposed arrangements

    • Maintain relationships with both parents

    • Custom solutions for your family

    • Helps determine who retains custody of pets after a divorce

    • Can detail a vitiation schedule for pets after divorce

    • Outline financial responsibility

    • New York State can consider the "best interest" of the pet when determining custody

Our Process

  • Initial Consultation

    Discuss your specific needs

    Review agreement options

    Explain legal requirements

    Address your concerns

    Outline next steps

  • Information Gathering

    Full financial disclosure

    Asset documentation

    Income verification

    Expense review

    Goals discussion

  • Agreement Development

    Draft comprehensive document

    Review all terms

    Make necessary refinements

    Ensure legal compliance

    Final execution

Is This Right for You?

Consider an Agreement If:

  • Planning to marry

  • Recently married

  • You and your partner have decided not to get married

  • Considering separation

  • Need child support structure

  • Want custody clarity

  • Require agreement modification

Benefits Include:

  • Legal protection

  • Financial clarity

  • Reduced future conflict

  • Clear expectations

  • Peace of mind

Initial Consultation

  • Overview of the process and answering your initial questions

  • Discussion of your specific situation and goals

The Vaz Difference

Modern & Virtual-First

  • Flexible virtual meetings designed for busy professionals

  • Secure client portal for seamless document sharing and communication

  • Electronic document signing and management

  • Work comfortably from anywhere, on your schedule

Transparent & Predictable Pricing

  • Clear pricing structure explained upfront

  • Optional flat-fee services with structured timelines

  • No surprise costs or hidden fees

  • Financing options available through LawPay

Comprehensive Support

  • Timely communications with your dedicated legal team

  • Facilitator-led meetings to keep progress on track

  • Carefully vetted network of specialists

  • Resource referrals, including:

    • Expert financial guidance for complex assets

    • Mental health services

    • Immigration services

    • Real Estate services

    • Trust and Estates services

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