Divorce Decree

A Divorce Decree is a legal document that is issued by the court to formally end a marriage and resolve all of the issues related to the divorce. Also known as a “final judgment of divorce,” a divorce decree typically includes provisions for the division of property, alimony, child custody, and child support, and may also address other issues such as tax consequences and the allocation of debts. The divorce decree is based on either a settlement agreement reached by the parties or a decision made by the court after a trial. Once the divorce decree is entered, it becomes a binding and enforceable court order that must be followed by both parties. The entry of a divorce decree marks the end of the legal process of divorce, and allows the parties to move forward with their separate lives. In some cases, the divorce decree may be modified at a later date if there is a significant change in circumstances, but otherwise, it represents the final resolution of the divorce case.