Separation Agreement — Word & PDF Template

This Separation Agreement helps a married or cohabiting couple record how they will divide property, finances and responsibilities when they separate. It documents arrangements for the family home, mortgage, maintenance and children, and sets out a full and final settlement, providing clarity and reducing the risk of later dispute.

Who is this template for?

It is intended for married couples, civil partners and cohabitants who are separating and want a clear written record of their agreed arrangements. It is often used before or alongside divorce proceedings and where independent legal advice is being taken.

What does the template include?

The agreement is fully structured and addresses the main issues on separation:

• Important Notice — guidance on legal advice and the nature of the document.
• Parties — the separating individuals.
• Date of Separation — the agreed date the couple separated.
• Matrimonial Home — arrangements for the family home.
• Mortgage — responsibility for mortgage payments.
• Other Property and Assets — division of remaining assets.
• Debts and Liabilities — who is responsible for which debts.
• Maintenance and Financial Support — spousal and ongoing support.
• Children — arrangements and provision for children.
• Full and Final Settlement — the clean-break intention.
• Disclosure — confirmation of financial disclosure.
• Independent Legal Advice — each party’s right to advice.
• Governing Law — England and Wales jurisdiction.
• Signatures — execution by both parties.

Easy to customise

The template works in Microsoft Word, Google Docs and LibreOffice. Simply fill in the highlighted fields, tick the relevant checkboxes and edit any clauses to suit your arrangement. No special software is required.

Format and scope

The document downloads as an editable Word (.docx) file and a ready-to-print PDF, formatted to A4. It is drafted for use in England and Wales with light, general legal references.