It is often possible to resolve several issues or all of the problems arising from the breakdown of a relationship with a written agreement frequently called the "Separation Agreement." 

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A person should discuss all issues with a lawyer, before signing any agreement, including information about their current circumstances, the rights and responsibilities they will need in the future; and how the agreement will weather the test of time. 

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An agreement written and entered into at the start of the relationship, or before living together commenced, setting out the parties' entitlements in connection with the potential breakdown of a relationship, is often called a "Cohabitation Agreement" or "Pre-Nuptial Agreement."  Other written agreements, such as religious agreements, or immigration agreements, may later influence the legal rights of a person upon separation and may alter o the usual statutory rights found under the Divorce Act or Family Law Act. 

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A court can review a written agreement and uphold it, vary it, or set it aside, depending on individual circumstances. The exact wording written in each agreement may affect a person's future legal rights or responsibilities. In some cases, very open-ended wording gives an agreement long term flexibility, while tightly defined details may ensure easier enforcement in the future.  We are here to assist individuals to attain a fair, settlement of all issues.