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What is Parenting Plan Agreement?

Parenting Plan Agreement Details child custody and visitation arrangements in cases of divorce or separation, specifying parenting responsibilities and schedules.



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PARENTING PLAN AGREEMENT


THIS AGREEMENT
is made and entered into on this ___ day of ________, 20__, by and between:

Sarah Davis, hereafter referred to as "Mother," AND
Michael Johnson, hereafter referred to as "Father."

Both parties shall be collectively referred to as the "Parents."

WHEREAS, the Parents have a mutual child(ren), hereafter referred to as the "Child(ren)":

Name: ________________________ | Date of Birth: _________
Name: ________________________ | Date of Birth: _________
Name: ________________________ | Date of Birth: _________

WHEREAS, the Parents desire to enter into this Parenting Plan Agreement in order to establish their respective rights and responsibilities concerning the custody, care, and support of the Child(ren), and to resolve any and all issues between them concerning the Child(ren).

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.1. JOINT LEGAL CUSTODY


Both Parents shall have joint legal custody of the Child(ren), which includes the right and responsibility to make decisions regarding the Child(ren)'s health, education, and welfare. Each Parent shall consult with the other in making major decisions affecting the Child(ren)'s best interests.



1.2. PRIMARY RESIDENCE


The Child(ren) shall have the primary residence with the Mother/Father at [address]. The other Parent shall have reasonable visitation privileges outlined in Section 2 herein.



2. PARENTING SCHEDULE

2.1. REGULAR VISITATION


The visitation schedule shall ensure that the Child(ren) are able to maintain their bond with both Parents. The non-custodial Parent shall have the right to visit the Child(ren) every alternate weekend and one weekday in each week. The specific days and times shall be mutually agreed upon by both Parties in writing.



2.2. HOLIDAYS AND VACATIONS


Parents shall alternate years for the following holidays: Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, and the Child(ren)'s birthday(s). Each Parent shall have one week of uninterrupted vacation time with the Child(ren) during the Summer. The exact dates shall be agreed upon by the Parties with at least 60 days' advance written notice.



3. TRANSPORTATION

Each Parent shall be responsible for the transportation of the Child(ren) to and from their respective residences for visitation purposes. The cost of travel shall be borne by the Parent whose visitation period is beginning.



4. SUPPORT AND EXPENSES

4.1. CHILD SUPPORT


Each Parent shall contribute to the financial support of the Child(ren) in accordance with their respective income and the Child Support Guidelines in effect in the relevant state. The payments shall be made monthly or as otherwise agreed upon by the Parties.



4.2. EXTRAORDINARY EXPENSES


Extraordinary expenses, including but not limited to tuition, extracurricular activities, child care, and uninsured medical costs, shall be equally shared by the Parents, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.



5. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES

The Parties agree that this Parenting Plan Agreement constitutes a full and complete understanding of their respective rights and responsibilities concerning the care, custody, and support of the Child(ren). No other representations or warranties have been made.



6. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

In the event of any dispute, claim, question, or disagreement arising from or relating to this Parenting Plan Agreement, the Parties shall use their best efforts to settle the dispute. If the Parties are unable to resolve the dispute through direct discussions, they agree to attempt mediation before initiating any legal action.



7. MODIFICATIONS

This Parenting Plan Agreement may only be modified in writing and signed by both Parents. Oral agreements shall be of no force and effect.



8. GOVERNING LAW

This Parenting Plan Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which it is executed.



IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Parenting Plan Agreement as of the date first written above.

__________________________ __________________________
Sarah Davis (Mother) Michael Johnson (Father)

__________________________ __________________________
Date Date

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Common Sections of a Parenting Plan Agreement


In this Parenting Plan Agreement, you will see the following sections:

  1. Parental Responsibilities
  2. Parenting Schedule
  3. Transportation
  4. Support and Expenses
  5. Disclaimers and Warranties
  6. Dispute Resolution
  7. Modifications
  8. Governing Law


Going indepth - Analysis of each section:

  1. Parental Responsibilities : This section outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parents regarding the child(ren)'s health, education, and welfare. It also specifies the primary residence of the child(ren) and the parent with whom they will live.

  2. Parenting Schedule : This section details the visitation schedule for the non-custodial parent, including regular visitation, holidays, and vacations. It ensures that the child(ren) maintain a bond with both parents and that specific days and times are agreed upon in writing.

  3. Transportation : This section explains that each parent is responsible for transporting the child(ren) to and from their respective residences for visitation purposes. The cost of travel is to be borne by the parent whose visitation period is beginning.

  4. Support and Expenses : This section covers the financial support of the child(ren), including child support payments and the sharing of extraordinary expenses (e.g., tuition, extracurricular activities, child care, and uninsured medical costs).

  5. Disclaimers and Warranties : This section states that the Parenting Plan Agreement is a complete understanding of the parents' rights and responsibilities concerning the child(ren) and that no other representations or warranties have been made.

  6. Dispute Resolution : This section outlines the process for resolving disputes related to the Parenting Plan Agreement. The parents must first attempt to settle the dispute through direct discussions and then try mediation before initiating any legal action.

  7. Modifications : This section explains that the Parenting Plan Agreement can only be modified in writing and signed by both parents. Oral agreements are not valid.

  8. Governing Law : This section states that the Parenting Plan Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which it is executed.

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