What is a "stipulation" in divorce terms?

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

A stipulation in divorce is a non-contested divorce. A judge does have to approve. An agreement between the divorcing husband and wife is worked out and summitted to the judge.

Answer by  anandakumar (65)

It is an agriment and needs to be signed by both with some conditions. For example, the conditions can be child support,visitation for the father to meet thier kids, howmuch compensation amount which the wife can get from the husband etc.

Answer by  SubhashChander (1773)

Stipulation in divorce terms means a pre-condition to apply for the divorce. Some of the pre-conditions for divorce could probably be adultery committed by one of the two partners, one partner missing for seven years, mutual consent, living seperately without any communication or contact whatsoever for at least two years, etc.

Answer by  Tiara (351)

An agreement between both parties that is prepared for a judge's approval. It resolves all issues which will eventually be settled and determined by the court.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

A stipulation is when both parties agree to settle matters out of court. Financial matters are discussed in terms of property divisions, marital assets etc.. A stipulation requires a judge's consent and permission before proceeding.

Answer by  Lisa6938 (485)

A stipulation means that the divoscing parties agree to a term of support. It is an agreement made by both parties without intervention by the courts.

Answer by  Aral (184)

In a divorce, a stipulation refers to an agreement between the parties that settles all of the issues that a court would normally decide.