A memorandum of understanding is a written summary of the general terms reached in mediation or negotiation that serves as the foundation for more formal drafting. It captures what was agreed at a high level when the parties have reached consensus but have not yet produced the formal legal documents.

This Memo is not a binding court order but it creates a record of what was agreed and provides the basis for preparing the consent decree, parenting plan, and property settlement agreement.

Never rely on a Memo as the final resolution of a family law case. The formal documents must be properly drafted, signed, and submitted to the court to be enforceable.