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Aged Care Service Agreement (Australia)
An Aged Care Service Agreement is a legally required written contract between an approved aged care provider and an aged care recipient (or their representative) that sets out the services to be provided, the fees payable, and the rights and responsibilities of each party. In Australia, approved providers of Commonwealth-funded aged care services are required by the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) and the Aged Care Quality Standards to have a written service agreement with each care recipient before services commence. The Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) is the principal legislation governing the provision of Commonwealth-funded aged care in Australia. It establishes the framework for the approval of aged care providers, the allocation and management of aged care funding, the rights of care recipients, and the quality and safety obligations of approved providers. The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Act 2018 (Cth) established the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission as the national body responsible for regulating aged care services and enforcing the Aged Care Quality Standards. The Aged Care Quality Standards, which came into force on 1 July 2019, set out eight standards that approved providers must meet: Standard 1 (Consumer dignity and choice); Standard 2 (Ongoing assessment and planning); Standard 3 (Personal care and clinical care); Standard 4 (Services and supports for daily living); Standard 5 (Organisation's service environment); Standard 6 (Feedback and complaints); Standard 7 (Human resources); and Standard 8 (Organisational governance). A compliant service agreement supports the provider's obligations under each of these standards, particularly Standards 1, 2 and 4. Home Care Packages (HCP) are a key funding stream for aged care at home. They are allocated by the Australian Government to eligible individuals who have been assessed by a Regional Assessment Service (RAS) or an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) as having care needs that cannot be met through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP). HCPs are offered at four levels (Level 1 to Level 4), corresponding to basic, low, intermediate and high care needs. The funding is provided to the approved home care provider to deliver services according to the care recipient's individualised care plan. From 1 July 2025, the Support at Home Programme is replacing both the HCP and CHSP programmes, but the underlying requirement for a written service agreement remains. The Charter of Aged Care Rights is a key document that forms part of every service agreement. The Charter, introduced in 2019, consolidates the rights of all people receiving Commonwealth-funded aged care into a single document. Care recipients are entitled to: safe and high quality care and services; be treated with dignity and respect; have their identity, culture and diversity valued; live without abuse and neglect; be informed about their care and services; be involved in decisions about their care; have their independence promoted; be listened to; have their personal information protected; and make complaints without fear of reprisal. Providers are legally required to give each care recipient a copy of the Charter and to support them in exercising their Charter rights. Fees for aged care services are regulated. The basic daily fee is set by the Australian Government and is currently equal to 17.5% of the single basic age pension rate, indexed on 20 March and 20 September each year. The income-tested care fee for home care is determined by Services Australia based on the care recipient's income assessment. The total fees a care recipient pays cannot exceed an annual cap and a lifetime cap set by the Australian Government. The care recipient's representative or nominee plays an important role where the care recipient has limited capacity to engage directly with the provider. An enduring power of attorney (EPOA) with financial decision-making authority, a guardianship order, an administrative order, or an NDIA-appointed nominee may each authorise a representative to act on behalf of the care recipient. The service agreement should identify the representative and the basis of their authority. The complaints process is a critical element of every aged care service agreement. The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission operates the national complaints scheme for Commonwealth-funded aged care. Care recipients, their families and representatives can make complaints directly to the Commission, which has powers to investigate, conciliate and resolve complaints. The Commissioner can also take regulatory action against providers who fail to meet their obligations under the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) or the Aged Care Quality Standards.
Binding Financial Agreement (Australia)
Create an Australian Binding Financial Agreement (prenuptial or postnuptial agreement) under Part VIIIA or Part VIIIAB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). Covers property division, superannuation splitting under Part VIIIB, spousal maintenance, and full financial disclosure. Includes solicitor certificate provisions required under s90G.
Cohabitation Agreement (Australia)
A Cohabitation Agreement is a written contract between two people who are living together — or planning to live together — as an unmarried couple. It sets out each party's rights and obligations in relation to property, finances, and other shared arrangements during their relationship, and specifies what happens to property, shared finances, and the shared residence if the relationship ends. In Australia, cohabitation agreements are particularly significant because of the legal rights that can arise once an unmarried couple has lived together as a de facto couple. Under Part VIIIAB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), de facto couples — including same-sex couples — who have cohabited for at least two years (or who have a child together, or where one party has made a substantial contribution) may apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia for property division orders and maintenance orders. These are the same court processes available to married couples. This means that without a clear agreement in place, an unmarried Australian couple's property and financial arrangements may be subject to court intervention at the end of the relationship in much the same way as a marriage. Several state and territory Acts add additional layers of protection for cohabiting partners. In New South Wales, the Property (Relationships) Act 1984 (NSW) allows de facto partners and domestic partners to apply for property adjustment orders after two years of cohabitation. In South Australia, the Domestic Partners Property Act 1996 (SA) provides similar rights. In Tasmania, the Relationships Act 2003 (TAS) establishes a formal registration scheme for personal relationships, with property rights arising from registration. Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, and the ACT provide similar rights under their respective domestic relationships or de facto provisions. A Cohabitation Agreement allows couples to take control of their financial relationship before the law imposes a default framework on them. The agreement can clearly state which property each party owns separately (including property brought into the relationship, and property received as gifts or inheritances during the relationship), how jointly acquired property will be owned, how shared household expenses will be allocated, how a joint bank account will be operated and divided, and what will happen to the shared residence and other assets if the relationship ends. For couples who are beginning to cohabit, a Cohabitation Agreement provides clarity and certainty at the outset of the relationship, avoiding disputes about who owns what if things go wrong. For couples who have cohabited for some time, a Cohabitation Agreement can document their existing arrangements and clarify their intentions going forward. A Cohabitation Agreement is different from a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). A BFA is a more formal document that, if properly executed with each party receiving independent legal advice from a separate Australian solicitor and those solicitors providing the required certificates, can be legally binding and can remove the court's jurisdiction to make property orders. A Cohabitation Agreement that does not meet the requirements of a BFA under section 90UC or 90UD of the Family Law Act will not have the same legally binding effect but still provides a valuable record of the parties' intentions and arrangements, and may be taken into account by a court in any subsequent proceedings. Both parties should make full and frank disclosure of their assets, liabilities, income, and superannuation. Failure to disclose material financial information is a ground on which a court may disregard the terms of any financial agreement. Both parties are strongly encouraged to seek independent legal advice from separate solicitors before signing. This template provides a comprehensive starting point for an Australian Cohabitation Agreement. For the agreement to have maximum legal protection — particularly if the parties wish it to operate as a Binding Financial Agreement under the Family Law Act — it should be reviewed and signed with the assistance of two separately instructed Australian solicitors.
Temporary Parenting Agreement (Australia)
A Temporary Parenting Agreement is an interim written arrangement between separated parents in Australia that sets out short-term arrangements for the care, welfare and time-sharing of their children, pending final parenting orders from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), completion of family dispute resolution, or execution of a formal Parenting Plan. It is recognised as a Parenting Plan under section 63C of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and, under section 64D, operates to discharge any earlier parenting order to the extent of any inconsistency. The paramount consideration in all arrangements is the best interests of the child under section 60CA of the Act.
NDIS Plan Management Service Agreement (Australia)
Create an NDIS Plan Management Service Agreement under the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth). For registered plan management providers and NDIS participants. Covers services, fees (NDIS Price Guide compliant), participant rights, privacy, dispute resolution, and termination provisions.
NDIS Service Agreement (Australia)
An NDIS Service Agreement is a written contract between a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participant (or their nominee or guardian) and an NDIS service provider, setting out the supports to be delivered, the prices to be charged, the cancellation policy, and the rights and responsibilities of each party. Under the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth) (the "NDIS Act") and the NDIS (Supports for Participants) Rules 2013, NDIS service providers and participants are expected to enter into written service agreements before supports are delivered. The NDIS Act 2013 (Cth) established the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) as the statutory authority responsible for administering the NDIS. The NDIS provides individualised funding to eligible Australians under 65 who have a permanent and significant disability that affects their ability to take part in everyday activities. The NDIS funds a broad range of supports, known as support categories, which cover daily activities, social and community participation, health and wellbeing, learning, home and living, relationships, life choices, and daily activities. The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (the "NDIS Commission") is the national body responsible for regulating NDIS providers and their workers. The NDIS Commission administers the NDIS Practice Standards, the NDIS Code of Conduct, and the NDIS provider registration scheme. Registered NDIS providers must hold registration in the support categories in which they deliver supports, and must comply with the NDIS Practice Standards applicable to those categories. Unregistered providers may deliver supports to self-managed and plan-managed participants but are still bound by the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits (previously the NDIS Price Guide) set the maximum prices that registered NDIS providers can charge for supports. Prices vary by support category, time of day, day of week (weekday, Saturday, Sunday, public holiday), and geographic location (metropolitan, remote, very remote). Providers may charge less than the price limits but cannot charge more. The NDIA updates the Pricing Arrangements periodically, and service agreements should specify the applicable support item numbers and pricing at the time the agreement is signed. Plan management is a key concept in every NDIS service agreement. The participant's NDIS plan may be managed in three ways: NDIA-managed (also called agency-managed), where the NDIA pays providers directly and only registered providers can be used; plan-managed, where a plan management provider receives the NDIS funds and pays providers on the participant's behalf (allowing use of both registered and unregistered providers); or self-managed, where the participant controls the NDIS funds and can engage any provider they choose. The cancellation policy is a particularly important element of an NDIS service agreement. Under the NDIS Pricing Arrangements, registered providers may charge for short-notice cancellations — defined as cancellations made by the participant within a specified period before the scheduled support (currently two clear business days for most support categories). Where a short-notice cancellation occurs, the provider may charge up to 100% of the agreed support price for that session. The service agreement must set out the cancellation notice period and the applicable cancellation charge, consistent with the NDIS Pricing Arrangements. Participant rights are central to every NDIS service agreement. The NDIS Code of Conduct requires all providers and their workers to act with respect for individual rights to freedom of expression, self-determination and decision-making; act with integrity, honesty and transparency; take reasonable steps to prevent and respond to violence, exploitation, neglect and abuse; take reasonable steps to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct; provide supports and services in a safe and competent manner; and promptly take steps to raise concerns about matters that might affect the quality and safety of supports. Self-advocacy, independence and community inclusion are core objectives of the NDIS Act. Service agreements must be drafted in plain language that the participant can understand, and should be explained to the participant (and their nominee or guardian where appropriate) before signing. The participant retains the right to have a support person or advocate assist them in understanding and negotiating the agreement.
Parenting Plan (Australia)
A Parenting Plan is a written agreement between separated or separating parents in Australia that sets out the arrangements for the care, welfare and development of their children. Unlike a parenting order made by a court, a Parenting Plan is a private document agreed upon by both parents and is recognised under section 63C of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) as a binding agreement that can guide the family's co-parenting arrangements without the need for court intervention. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) places the best interests of the child as the paramount consideration in all decisions relating to children, as stated in section 60CA. Section 60CC sets out the factors to be considered when determining what is in a child's best interests, including the benefit to the child of having a meaningful relationship with both parents, the need to protect the child from harm, the child's views and wishes, the nature of the child's relationship with each parent, the willingness of each parent to facilitate the other parent's involvement in the child's life, and any history of family violence or abuse. A well-drafted Parenting Plan addresses all of these considerations. Australia's family law system was significantly reformed by the Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (Cth), which came into effect in May 2024 and removed the presumption of equal shared parental responsibility that had previously applied under the old section 61DA. Under the current framework, there is no automatic presumption in favour of any particular arrangement. Instead, courts and parents alike must focus entirely on what arrangement best serves the individual child's needs and interests, assessed against the section 60CC factors. This makes it more important than ever for parents to set out their arrangements clearly in a Parenting Plan. A Parenting Plan covers several key areas of a child's life. Living arrangements specify where the child will primarily reside and how time is divided between the parents. The contact and communication schedule records how regularly the child spends time with each parent, including during school terms, school holidays, public holidays, special occasions such as birthdays and Christmas, and the specific handover times and locations. Decision-making provisions address how significant long-term decisions about the child's education, health, religion and extra-curricular activities will be made — whether jointly by both parents or primarily by one parent. The Parenting Plan should also address communication between the parents themselves, ensuring that information about the child's health, education and welfare is shared openly and promptly. International travel provisions are increasingly important and should specify the notice period required before a parent takes the child overseas and whether the other parent's written consent is required. Under Australian law, taking a child overseas without the other parent's consent may constitute international parental child abduction, which is a serious criminal offence. Relocation clauses protect both parents and the child by setting out what must happen before a parent moves to a new location that would significantly affect the existing arrangements. The Family Court of Australia (now part of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, or FCFCOA) has a developed body of case law on relocation matters, recognising the fundamental tension between a parent's right to move and the child's right to maintain a meaningful relationship with both parents. Dispute resolution provisions are essential. Under section 60I of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), parents are generally required to attend family dispute resolution (FDR) before applying to the court for a parenting order, except in cases involving urgency, family violence or child abuse. Specifying mediation or FDR as the first step in resolving disagreements about the Plan ensures compliance with this requirement and encourages resolution without the cost and emotional toll of litigation. A Parenting Plan is a practical, flexible and child-centred document that enables parents to take responsibility for their children's welfare without placing that responsibility in the hands of a court. It can be updated as the child grows and circumstances change, making it the preferred starting point for most separating Australian families.
Postnuptial Agreement (Australia)
A Postnuptial Agreement — also called a post-nuptial financial agreement or a binding financial agreement after marriage — is a legally binding contract entered into by two people who are already married, for the purpose of regulating their financial affairs during the marriage and in the event that the marriage breaks down. In Australia, postnuptial agreements are specifically authorised under section 90C of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), which allows married couples to make a binding financial agreement at any time after their marriage and before separation. To be binding under Australian law, a postnuptial agreement must comply with strict requirements set out in section 90G of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). The most important of these requirements is that each party must receive independent legal advice from a separate, qualified Australian legal practitioner about the effect of the agreement on their rights, and the advantages and disadvantages of making the agreement, before signing it. The agreement must also be in writing and signed by both parties. Each party's legal practitioner must provide a signed statement confirming that the advice was given, and that statement must be exchanged between the parties. Failure to comply with these requirements can render the agreement unenforceable. A binding financial agreement under section 90C can address the division of property and financial resources if the marriage breaks down. Once a valid binding financial agreement is in place, it operates to exclude or limit the jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) to make property settlement orders under Part VIII of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), to the extent that the agreement deals with those matters. This is a powerful effect that makes the independent legal advice requirement critically important — the parties are giving up significant court-based rights. Full and frank financial disclosure is essential. Both spouses must make complete disclosure of their assets, liabilities, financial resources and income to each other before signing. Courts have been willing to set aside binding financial agreements where one party failed to disclose a material asset or liability. The disclosure should include all real property (with estimated values), superannuation interests (with estimated balances), investment accounts, bank accounts, business interests, vehicles, personal property and all debts. Superannuation is treated separately under Australian law. Superannuation interests are not automatically part of the property pool; they are regulated under Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), which permits superannuation splitting between spouses on separation or divorce. A postnuptial agreement can address superannuation by specifying how superannuation interests will be split or retained, but any actual splitting must be implemented in accordance with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (Cth) and with the consent of the relevant superannuation fund trustee. Spousal maintenance under Part VIII of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) can also be addressed in a postnuptial agreement. Parties may agree to waive any right to spousal maintenance, or they may specify a maintenance amount or formula. However, a court retains the power to override a maintenance waiver in certain circumstances, particularly where enforcing it would cause a party hardship. A court may set aside a binding financial agreement under section 90K of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) in limited circumstances: where the agreement was obtained by fraud (including non-disclosure of material matters), duress, undue influence or unconscionable conduct; where the agreement is void, voidable or unenforceable; where there has been a material change in circumstances — including a change relating to the care of a child — that makes it impracticable for the agreement to be carried out; or where a party will suffer hardship if the agreement is enforced. An agreement that complies with all formalities and was made after full disclosure, with genuine independent legal advice on both sides, is far less likely to be set aside. A postnuptial agreement is one of the most important legal documents a married couple can have in place. It provides certainty about financial outcomes in the event of separation, protects pre-marital and inherited assets, and can significantly reduce the cost and acrimony of a financial settlement if the marriage does break down.
Separation Agreement (Australia)
Create an Australian Separation Agreement covering property settlement under s79 FLA, parenting arrangements under Part VII FLA, child support under the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989, spousal maintenance, superannuation splitting under Part VIIIB, and debt allocation. Suitable for married couples and de facto couples separating in all Australian states and territories.
Temporary Guardianship Form (Australia)
Create a Temporary Guardianship Form for Australia to appoint a short-term guardian for a child. Covers parental consent, guardian authority, duration, medical decisions, and emergency powers under Australian family law.
Vehicle Hire Agreement (Australia)
A Vehicle Hire Agreement (also called a Car Rental Agreement or Motor Vehicle Hire Contract) is a written contract between the owner of a vehicle (the hire company or individual owner) and the person hiring the vehicle (the hirer) that records the terms on which the vehicle is rented for a specified period. It covers the vehicle description, the hire period and charges, the damage excess and any excess reduction options, the authorised drivers, geographic restrictions, prohibited uses, the hirer's obligations regarding fuel and condition, and the parties' rights and obligations upon return of the vehicle. Vehicle hire transactions in Australia are regulated by a combination of Commonwealth and state legislation. The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) — Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) — is the primary Commonwealth framework and applies to all consumer hire transactions. It prohibits misleading and deceptive conduct, unfair contract terms, and requires that mandatory charges be disclosed upfront. In New South Wales, the Motor Dealers and Repairers Act 2013 (NSW) regulates motor vehicle dealers and repairers, and certain aspects of vehicle hire by motor dealers may be captured by this legislation. The Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth) (PPSA) and the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) are also relevant to vehicle hire — in particular for longer-term or fleet hire arrangements where a PPSR registration may be appropriate to protect the owner's interest in the vehicle. Under the Australian Consumer Law, consumer guarantees apply to vehicle hire transactions where the hirer is a consumer (an individual or a business whose annual turnover is under $100,000, who is hiring the vehicle for personal, domestic, or household use, or for use in connection with a business). The key consumer guarantees relevant to vehicle hire are: the guarantee that the vehicle is of acceptable quality (roadworthy, safe, free from defects, and fit for the purpose of road travel); the guarantee that the services (the hire) will be provided with due care and skill; and the guarantee that the hirer will have undisturbed possession of the vehicle for the hire period. These guarantees cannot be excluded by the hire agreement. Damage excess arrangements are a central feature of Australian vehicle hire agreements. A standard damage excess (also called a damage liability excess or DLE) is the maximum amount the hirer is responsible for paying in the event of damage to the vehicle, a single-vehicle accident, or theft during the hire period. Many hire companies offer an excess reduction option (ERO) or a damage liability waiver (DLW) — an optional daily fee that reduces the standard excess to a lower amount (sometimes zero). However, damage waivers are not insurance policies and typically contain significant exclusions — for example, they do not cover single-vehicle rollovers, underbody damage, overhead damage, damage to tyres and windscreens, or damage occurring while the vehicle is driven by an unauthorised driver or while the driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The ACCC and state consumer protection agencies have published guidance reminding hire companies of their obligations to clearly disclose exclusions from excess reduction products. Compulsory third-party (CTP) insurance is mandatory for all registered motor vehicles in Australia under state legislation (e.g., the Motor Accidents Injuries Act 2017 (NSW), the Transport Accident Act 1986 (VIC)). CTP insurance covers personal injury liability to third parties but does not cover property damage to other vehicles or property, and does not cover the hire company's vehicle. Hirers should be aware that CTP insurance does not provide comprehensive coverage, and they should consider whether they hold or need additional personal vehicle insurance or travel insurance that covers hire vehicle damage. The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) may be relevant to vehicle hire in two contexts. First, before putting a vehicle on hire, the hire company should conduct a PPSR search to ensure there is no registered security interest over the vehicle that could affect the hirer. Second, for longer-term hire arrangements (exceeding two years), the hire agreement itself may need to be registered on the PPSR to protect the owner's title against third party claims. GST at 10% applies to vehicle hire charges, and the owner must issue a valid tax invoice. Hirers who are GST-registered and hire vehicles for business purposes can generally claim the GST as an input tax credit. Unfair contract terms provisions in the ACL protect small businesses and consumers from standard form contracts (including vehicle hire agreements) that contain terms that cause a significant imbalance in the parties' rights and obligations, are not reasonably necessary to protect a legitimate business interest, and would cause detriment if applied. Hire companies should ensure that their damage excess and waiver terms, late return fees, and liability exclusions are clearly explained and are not unfair under the ACL.
Emancipation of Minor Brazil (Emancipação)
An Emancipation of Minor (Emancipação) for Brazil — governed by Código Civil Art. 5°, parágrafo único, granting full legal capacity to a minor before age 18 through voluntary parental declaration or judicial decree.
Child Support Agreement (Canada)
Formalize child support obligations with a Canadian Child Support Agreement based on the Federal Child Support Guidelines (SOR/97-175). Covers table amounts, s. 7 expenses, shared parenting offsets, income disclosure, and annual review provisions.
Codicil to Will (Canada)
Amend or update your existing Will in Canada with a legally valid Codicil. Add, remove, or change specific provisions without rewriting your entire Will, in compliance with provincial Succession Law Acts and the Wills, Estates and Succession Act.
Custody Agreement (Canada)
Create a comprehensive Canadian Custody Agreement covering decision-making responsibility, parenting time schedules, child support under the Federal Child Support Guidelines, section 7 special expenses, relocation provisions, and right of first refusal. Aligned with the 2021 Divorce Act amendments.
Separation Agreement — Divorce (Canada)
Resolve property division, spousal support, child arrangements, and debt allocation with a Canadian Separation Agreement. Covers equalization of net family property (Ontario), family property division (BC), Miglin enforceability standards, and SSAG spousal support formulas.
Parental Responsibility Agreement (Canada)
Create a professional Parental Responsibility Agreement under Canadian law. Covers decision-making responsibility, parenting time, child support under the Federal Child Support Guidelines, the best-interests-of-the-child standard under the Divorce Act, relocation notice requirements, Hague Convention compliance, provincial family law references, and dispute resolution through family dispute resolution processes.
Sperm Donor Contract (Canada)
Create a Canadian sperm donor contract that complies with the Assisted Human Reproduction Act (S.C. 2004, c. 2). This template references AHRA sections 7 and 12 prohibiting payment for gametes, Health Canada donor screening regulations, and provincial family law regarding parentage. Covers donor and intended parent information, donation method, health screening, expense reimbursement, anonymity preferences, and parental rights. Select your governing province and download as PDF or Word — free.
Temporary Guardianship Agreement (Canada)
Grant temporary guardianship of your minor child(ren) to a trusted adult. Covers medical consent, educational authority, emergency contacts, and financial provisions under provincial family law including the Children's Law Reform Act (Ontario) and the Family Law Act (BC).
Cohabitation Agreement Switzerland
A Cohabitation Agreement (Konkubinatsvertrag) for Switzerland, a sui generis contract under ZGB (analog) and OR (SR 220) for unmarried couples living together, regulating residence, finances, cost-sharing, property ownership, and separation, with no legal recognition equivalent to marriage under Swiss law.
Prenuptial Agreement Switzerland (Ehevertrag)
A Prenuptial Agreement (Ehevertrag) for Switzerland — governed by the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB) Articles 181-195, allowing spouses to modify the statutory matrimonial property regime by selecting community of property, separation of property, or a modified participation in acquisitions regime, authenticated by a Swiss notary (Notar / notaire).
Private Gift Agreement Switzerland (Privater Schenkungsvertrag)
A private gift agreement (Schenkungsvertrag) under Swiss law — OR Art. 239-252 for gift provisions, OR Art. 246 for conditional gifts (Auflagen), ZGB Art. 626 for inheritance equalisation, and cantonal Schenkungssteuergesetze for gift tax implications.
Paternity Acknowledgment Switzerland
A Paternity Acknowledgment (Vaterschaftsanerkennung) for Switzerland under the Swiss Civil Code ZGB Art. 260-263a (SR 210), conducted before a civil registry office (Zivilstandsamt) by notarised declaration, establishing paternity for children born outside marriage with legal consequences for name, citizenship and inheritance.
Child Support Agreement
Kids deserve financial stability, even when their parents are no longer together. A Child Support Agreement spells out exactly how much one parent will contribute, how often payments are made, and what expenses are covered — from daily needs to medical bills and school costs. It takes the guesswork and arguments out of the equation, giving both parents a clear framework to follow. Courts take these agreements seriously, so getting the details right matters. Our free template covers payment amounts, schedules, covered expenses, and modification terms. Fill it out online, download as PDF or Word.
Child Visitation Schedule
Establish a clear Child Visitation Schedule for separated or divorced parents. Covers regular parenting time, holidays, school breaks, and pick-up and drop-off arrangements under US family law.
Voluntary Child Support Agreement Chile
A Voluntary Child Support Agreement for Chile — governed by Ley 14.908/1962 and Código Civil Articles 321–337 — establishing a consensual alimony obligation between parents without judicial proceedings, suitable for homologation before the Tribunal de Familia or a Notario Público for enforcement under Ley 14.908.
Civil Union Agreement (AUC) Chile
A Civil Union Agreement (Acuerdo de Unión Civil — AUC) for Chile — governed by Ley 20.830/2015 Articles 1–6, establishing a legally recognized civil partnership between two persons (same or different sex) at the Registro Civil e Identificación, creating mutual rights and obligations including inheritance, health coverage, social security, and property under the default regime of comunidad de bienes.
Child Support Claim Chile
A Child Support Claim for Chile — governed by Ley 14.908/1962 (Ley de Abandono de Familia y Pago de Pensiones Alimenticias) and Código Civil Article 321 — filed before the Tribunal de Familia to establish a mandatory alimony obligation for a minor child, including income disclosure requirements and arrest warrant provisions.
Child and Spousal Maintenance Agreement Colombia
A Child and Spousal Maintenance Agreement (Acuerdo de Manutención) for Colombia governed by Código Civil Articles 411–427, Ley 1098 de 2006 (Código de la Infancia y la Adolescencia) Article 24, and Ley 75 de 1968, documenting the agreed monthly alimentary obligation (cuota alimentaria) payable by the obligated party (alimentante) to the beneficiary.
Union Marital de Hecho Declaration Colombia (Acuerdo de Union Marital de Hecho)
A Union Marital de Hecho Declaration (Acuerdo de Union Marital de Hecho) for Colombia governed by the Ley 54 de 1990 and its amendment Ley 979 de 2005, formally establishing a de facto union between a permanent couple and recognizing the sociedad patrimonial de hecho with all associated legal rights including inheritance, pension, and property rights.
Prenuptial Agreement Colombia (Capitulaciones Matrimoniales)
A Prenuptial Agreement (Capitulaciones Matrimoniales) for Colombia governed by the Código Civil Articles 1771 through 1780 and executed before a Notario Público under Decreto Ley 960 de 1970, allowing future spouses to regulate the ownership, management, and disposition of assets before marriage — including exclusion of the sociedad conyugal default community property regime.
Custody Agreement Temporary
Create a professional Temporary Custody Agreement with our free online generator. This family law document establishes short-term custody arrangements for a child when parents need to temporarily transfer care responsibilities. Ideal for military deployment, medical emergencies, travel, rehabilitation, or other circumstances requiring temporary guardianship. Defines the duration of the arrangement, the temporary custodian's authority, decision-making powers for education and healthcare, visitation rights for the non-custodial parent, financial support terms, and conditions for termination. Helps protect the child's best interests while providing legal clarity. Customize with guided fields, preview in real time, and download as PDF or Word. Includes electronic signature support. No registration required. Valid in all US states.
Elder Care Agreement
Document caregiving responsibilities, compensation, and living arrangements with this US Elder Care Agreement. Covers personal care duties, household tasks, compensation, scheduling, emergency protocols, and legal protections for both the caregiver and the elderly individual receiving care.
Prenuptial Agreement (Capitulaciones Matrimoniales) Spain
A Prenuptial Agreement (Capitulaciones Matrimoniales) Spain for regulating the matrimonial property regime between spouses — governed by Código Civil Article 1325, permitting spouses to stipulate, modify or replace their property regime before or during marriage, executed before a Notario and registered in the Registro Civil and Registro de la Propiedad.
Mutual Consent Divorce Agreement Spain (Divorcio de Mutuo Acuerdo)
A Mutual Consent Divorce Agreement (Convenio Regulador de Divorcio de Mutuo Acuerdo) for Spain — governed by Código Civil Article 86 and Ley 15/2005, covering custody, alimony, property division, and all ancillary matters in a joint divorce petition before the Juzgado de Familia.
Child Alimony Agreement Spain (Acuerdo de Pensión Alimenticia)
A Child Alimony Agreement (Acuerdo de Pensión Alimenticia) for Spain — governed by the Código Civil Articles 142–153, establishing the amount, payment method, and conditions for child maintenance obligations between separated or divorced parents before a Juzgado de Familia.
Legal Separation Agreement Spain (Separación Matrimonial)
A Legal Separation Agreement (Convenio Regulador de Separación Matrimonial) for Spain — governed by the Código Civil Articles 81–84, regulating child custody, spousal maintenance, use of the family home, and liquidation of the matrimonial property regime without dissolving the marriage bond.
Domestic Worker Employment Contract Spain (Empleada de Hogar)
A Domestic Worker Employment Contract (Contrato de Empleada de Hogar) for Spain — governed by Real Decreto 1620/2011, de 14 de noviembre, Article 3, regulating household employment with Sistema Especial de Empleados del Hogar (SEEH) social security registration through the Tesorería General de la Seguridad Social.
Cohabitation Agreement Finland
Kirjallinen Avoliittosopimus laki avopuolisoiden yhteistalouden purkamisesta (26/2011) mukaisesti. Sovi avopuolisoiden omaisuuden omistuksesta, kustannusten jaosta, mahdollisesta hyvityksesta ja omaisuuden erottelusta avoliiton purkautuessa.
Item Loan Agreement Finland
Irtaimen esineen lainaussopimus yksityishenkilöiden välillä Suomessa. Sopii työkalujen, urheiluvälineiden, kodintarvikkeiden ja muun irtaimen lainaamiseen. Sisältää lainausajan, palautuspäivän, kunnon kuvauksen ja vastuun.
Deed of Gift Finland
Kirjallinen Lahjakirja lahjanlupauslain (625/1947) mukaisesti. Lahjoita irtainta omaisuutta, asunto-osake tai kiinteisto, maaraa avio-oikeuden poissulkemisesta ja ennakkoperinnosta seka huolehdi lahjaverosta Verohallinnolle.
Marital Property Division Agreement Finland
Osituskirja avioliittolain (234/1929) mukainen asiakirja avio-oikeuden alaisen omaisuuden jakamisesta avioeron tai puolison kuoleman jälkeen. Laadi ositus, laske tasinko ja jaa omaisuus kirjallisesti.
Cash Gift Deed Finland
Rahalahjan lahjakirja yksityishenkilöiden välillä Suomessa. Perintö- ja lahjaverolaki (378/1940), ennakkoperintö, lahjaverolomake. Sopii vanhemmilta lapsille ja sukulaisten välisiin lahjoihin. Ilmainen malli.
Adoption Consent Form (Ghana)
An Adoption Consent Form for Ghana by which a parent, guardian, or the Department of Social Welfare gives consent to the adoption of a child under the Children's Act 1998 (Act 560) s.66 and the rules of the High Court (Family Division).
Guardian Consent Form (Ghana)
A Guardian Consent Form for Ghana authorising a specified adult to act on behalf of a minor for a defined purpose, in accordance with the Children's Act 1998 (Act 560), covering the identity of the child, guardian, and authorised person, the scope and duration of the consent, and emergency medical provisions.
Postnuptial Agreement (Ghana)
A binding Postnuptial Agreement for married couples in Ghana governing the division of property and financial arrangements under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1971 (Act 367) and the Intestate Succession Law 1985 (PNDCL 111).
Guardianship Application (Hong Kong)
A Guardianship Application for Hong Kong seeking the appointment of a guardian for a minor child. Governed by the Guardianship of Minors Ordinance (Cap. 13). Documents the proposed guardian’s details, relationship to the child, reasons for the application, and the child’s circumstances.
Notice of Intended Marriage (Hong Kong)
A notice of intended marriage prepared for submission to the Hong Kong Registrar of Marriages under Section 6 of the Marriage Ordinance (Cap. 181), covering the personal details of both parties and the intended marriage date.
Prenuptial Agreement (Hong Kong)
A Prenuptial Agreement for Hong Kong entered into before marriage to govern the division of assets and financial matters in the event of separation or divorce. Based on common law principles and Cap. 192.
Cohabitation Agreement (Ireland)
A contract for unmarried couples living together in Ireland, regulating property, finances, and rights on separation under Part 15 of the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010.
Prenuptial Agreement (Ireland)
A pre-marriage agreement setting out how assets and finances will be divided on separation or divorce in Ireland, under the Family Law Act 1995 and judicial discretion.
Separation Agreement (Ireland)
A deed of separation regulating the terms of a marriage breakdown in Ireland, covering property, maintenance, custody, and access under the Family Law Act 1995 and Judicial Separation and Family Law Reform Act 1989.
Adoption Deed (India)
A formal Adoption Deed for Hindu families in India, governed by the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act 1956. Records the legal giving and taking of a child in adoption, with consent of the birth parents, details of the adoption ceremony, and declaration by the adoptive parents of their acceptance of the child as their own.
Intercountry Adoption Consent Form (India)
A consent form for intercountry adoption under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015 and CARA (Central Adoption Resource Authority) Guidelines 2022. Covers relinquishment consent by biological parents or guardian, child details, and declarations required by CARA for processing international adoption. All intercountry adoptions from India must be routed through CARA-registered agencies.
Nikah Nama (India)
A Nikah Nama (Muslim marriage contract) for India, governed by Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act 1937. Records the essential elements of a valid Muslim marriage — offer and acceptance, mehr (dower), witnesses, and terms agreed upon — serving as the official documentation of the nikah ceremony.
Senior Citizen Maintenance Application (India)
An application for maintenance by a senior citizen under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007. Filed before the Maintenance Tribunal (Sub-Divisional Magistrate), this application can direct children or relatives to pay up to ₹10,000 per month as maintenance to a parent or senior citizen who is unable to maintain themselves. The Tribunal may also void transfers of property made under duress.
Separation Agreement (India)
A legally binding separation agreement for married couples in India, governed by the Indian Contract Act 1872. Covers mutual consent to live separately, maintenance arrangements, custody and access to children, division of jointly held assets, and dispute resolution through arbitration or mediation.
Special Marriage Act Notice of Intended Marriage (India)
A Notice of Intended Marriage under Section 5 of the Special Marriage Act 1954, filed with the Marriage Officer by parties intending to marry under the Act. The Special Marriage Act applies to all persons regardless of religion and is the preferred route for interfaith and civil marriages in India. After filing, a 30-day notice period applies during which objections may be raised under Section 7.
Divorce Settlement Agreement (Kenya)
A Kenya Divorce Settlement Agreement recording the agreed division of matrimonial property, child custody, maintenance, and ancillary matters upon dissolution of marriage, compliant with the Marriage Act No. 4 of 2014 and the Matrimonial Property Act No. 49 of 2013.
Guardianship Agreement
A formal Guardianship Agreement appointing a guardian to care for a child in Kenya, executed in compliance with the Children Act No. 29 of 2022 and subject to the best interests of the child principle.
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