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Spousal Support Modification Agreement Template
This Spousal Support Modification Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made as of [Effective Date] by and between:
Spouse A (Payor): [Full Name], address: [Address] (“Payor”)
Spouse B (Recipient): [Full Name], address: [Address] (“Recipient”)
Existing Order/Agreement: [Court/County], Case No. [__], dated [Date] (the “Existing Order”).
1. Purpose and Court Approval
1.1 The Parties agree to modify spousal support terms as described below.
1.2 This Agreement is intended to be: ☐ effective upon signature ☐ subject to court approval (if required).
2. Reason for Modification (Optional)
2.1 Reason(s) for modification (brief):
☐ change in income or employment
☐ change in health or disability
☐ cohabitation/remarriage consideration (if applicable)
☐ change in childcare responsibilities
☐ other: [Explain]
3. Modified Support Terms
3.1 New Support Amount: $[Amount] per ☐ week ☐ biweekly ☐ month.
3.2 Due Date: [Day/date].
3.3 Payment Method: ☐ bank transfer ☐ wage withholding ☐ check ☐ other: [].
3.4 Effective Date: [Date].
3.5 Duration/End Date: ☐ unchanged ☐ updated to end on [Date] ☐ until further order/agreement.
3.6 Termination Triggers (Optional): Support terminates upon: ☐ Recipient remarriage ☐ death of either party ☐ other: [], subject to local law.
4. Arrears (If Any)
4.1 Arrears as of [Date]: $[Amount] (if known).
4.2 Arrears will be handled as follows: [Payment plan / remain per existing order / other].
4.3 This Agreement does not waive arrears unless allowed by law and approved by the court.
5. Continuing Terms
5.1 Except as modified by this Agreement, all other terms of the Existing Order remain in effect.
5.2 If court approval is required and not obtained, the Existing Order remains controlling.
6. Notices and Disputes (Optional)
6.1 Notices will be sent to the addresses above (or updated in writing).
6.2 Disputes: ☐ negotiation ☐ mediation ☐ court.
Signatures
Payor: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________
Recipient: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________
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SPOUSAL SUPPORT MODIFICATION AGREEMENT TEMPLATE FAQ
What is a spousal support modification agreement?
A Spousal Support Modification Agreement is a written agreement changing an existing spousal support arrangement — such as the payment amount, schedule, duration, or termination conditions. In many jurisdictions, spousal support is governed by a court order, and changes may require court approval.
When should you use it?
Use it when both spouses agree to change support due to changed circumstances (income change, health issues, remarriage/cohabitation rules where applicable) or to clarify unclear terms. This template includes a “reason” section and an effective date.
Is court approval required?
Often yes if support is part of a divorce decree or court order. If a court must approve changes, this template includes a “subject to court approval” clause and states that the prior order remains in effect until approval.
What should be included?
Include: reference to the existing order, new payment terms, effective date, arrears handling, termination triggers, and a statement that other terms remain unchanged. This template includes each of these clearly.
Can spouses waive future support?
Sometimes, but enforceability varies and may be limited by local law. This template avoids overbroad waivers and instead focuses on the specific modification agreed.
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