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Massachusetts divorce form
Download the Massachusetts separation agreement for divorces with minor children. Put your property, debt, custody, and support terms in writing — instant secure access.
This download is the minor-children separation agreement only. It does not open a case by itself; you still file the §1A joint petition.
The written separation agreement Massachusetts courts generally expect filed with an uncontested divorce.
Formalize how you and your spouse divide property and debts, and how custody, visitation, and support will work — the agreement courts expect with an uncontested divorce.
Download the files, complete them together on your own device, and sign before a notary. No online data entry.
A signed settlement agreement lets the final decree incorporate your terms without a contested hearing.
This download is the minor-children separation agreement only. It does not open a case by itself; you still file the §1A joint petition.
This packet includes 2 documents in editable Word and print-ready PDF formats. Use the Word version for editing and the PDF for print-ready reference.
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This agreement records the terms both spouses have agreed to, so the final decree can incorporate them.
See page 1 of the actual blank form and review a plain-language outline. The complete formatted documents are delivered after checkout.
SEPARATION AGREEMENT. A PublicLegal-authored Massachusetts separation agreement for a §1A joint petition with minor children — the court caption comes first; this is a private contract, not an official court form.
Caption and parties: the Commonwealth of Massachusetts / Probate and Family Court division caption, both spouses' names, and the marriage, separation, and children recitals.
Custody, parenting, and support: legal and physical custody and a parenting schedule, with child support tied to the 2025 Child Support Guidelines (CJD 304 worksheet) — child terms always merge into the judgment (G.L. c.208, §28).
Merge or survive: the §1A election for property and alimony, with notarized signature blocks for both spouses.
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A written agreement between spouses that divides property and debts and sets out custody, visitation, and support terms for minor children. Courts generally expect it filed with the divorce so the final decree can incorporate its terms.
The 2 documents listed on this page, delivered in Word and print-ready PDF formats.
Yes. Both spouses must sign the separation agreement, and §1A requires the signatures to be notarized. The court must find the agreement fair and reasonable and not the product of fraud or coercion. Child custody and support terms always merge into the judgment and remain reviewable (G.L. c.208, §28); property and alimony terms elect to merge or to survive as an independent contract.
This form works when both spouses have reached full agreement. If you disagree about property, debts, custody, or support, mediation or attorney help is the safer path before filing.
No. ILRG provides self-help legal forms and information, not legal advice. Consult a Massachusetts attorney if you have significant assets, debts, or any disagreement about the settlement terms.