It is not uncommon for parties to work out a framework of a deal and then ask a lawyer to then flesh out those terms into a formal settilement agreement and then assist in the filing of a complaint for divorce seeking enforcement of the settlement agreement signed by both parties. From a procedural standpoint, the next step is to have a consultation ( which inital consultation is free) with a partner in our firm to review the details of the marriage, assets, income settings, children, etc to then match up the framework of the deal against all of the issues that need to be addressed in an agreement ( based on the information provided in the consultation).
Presuming everything has been addressed in the framework of the deal, we can then advise you on the retainer cost to prepare the proposed settlement agreement and complaint for divorce.
Answered on Jul 24th, 2020 at 7:07 AM