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What is the difference between a Memorandum of Understanding and a Divorce Agreement?

This is the first article in our series on Divorce Agreement drafting. For a list of the upcoming articles scroll to the bottom of this post.  If you want to jump right to our useful resources try these links: Download a free Agreement Checklist Download a free Memorandum of Understanding Buy a Divorce Agreement Template We hope you find these resources useful.  While our focus is on Massachusetts agreements, many of these tips will apply in other states as well.  Keep reading to learn more: What is the difference between a Memorandum of Understanding and a Divorce Agreement? To settle a divorce case in Massachusetts, the Probate and Family Court requires that the spouses file an agreement resolving all terms related to dissolving their marriage.  This is typically called a Divorce Agreement or Separation Agreement.  It is a public document that the judge must review and approve for a divorce to be finalized in Massachusetts. To be approved, the Divorce Agreement mu