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Even when parties agree to a divorce, completing all the forms necessary to finalize a divorce could be very difficult. The most important mistake parties frequently make is that they believe that they will be bound by any agreements that they make prior to filing their divorce. Such agreements may even be very formal, notarized, and signed by witnesses. However in order for the parties to bound by any agreements, at a minimum the parties are required to complete and exchange certain documentation, called declarations of disclosure. These disclosure require that the parties list their present incomes, expenses, assets, debts, and attach supportive documents. If these disclosures are not completed accurately and properly, even a formal written agreement executed by the parties may be set aside. Accordingly, it is important for the parties to obtain a skilled attorney to assist them with completion of all forms and assist in formalizing any agreements the parties may have. This attorney may either act as a mediator or represent one of the parties in this process.
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