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Can we write a custody agreement ourselves?

Yes, you can, if you and your spouse have worked out a fair arrangement that takes into consideration what’s best for the child. This is called a stipulation. You will also need to write a consent order and present it to the judge to sign.
The agreement should be very specific, laying out not just who has physical custody, but all of the rights and responsibilities of each parent when it comes to the child. Things to consider are: how visitation will work; which parent will get the child during which holidays and school breaks; who will pick up or drop off the child and when and where; how will trips and vacations be handled and how much notice should either parent give the other; what if one parent is running late to pick up or drop off the child; how to handle moving and how far either parent may move from their current address.
If the parents are going to share either physical or legal custody of the child, the agreement needs to be even more specific, addressing issues like who will attend parent-teacher conferences or doctor’s visits. A lawyer can help make sure you address important issues.


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