Why you should be wary of drafting your own agreement

The Internet is a wealth of resources.   Nowadays, with a simple search, you can pull up any number of forms or easy opportunities to write your own agreement.  So, if you and your spouse agree on everything, why bother with talking to an attorney?  First, you may be unaware of nuances in the law that should or should not be included in an agreement ( see our blog from March 21).  Second, the easy form you may decide to use may not be based on Virginia law and each state is different.  Again, we appreciate folks who can worth with their spouse in the event of a separation, but in the urge to be cooperative, be sure you understand your rights and Virginia law.