Legal Question in Family Law in California

Settlement Agreement vs Stipulated Judgment

What is the difference between a settlement agreement and a stipulated judgment as it relates to a divorce case in California.


Asked on 3/13/09, 1:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Colin Greene Russakow, Greene & Tan, LLP

Re: Settlement Agreement vs Stipulated Judgment

A settlement agreement contains the terms of the deal, which to be finalized must be turned into a judgment. A settlement agreement is a contract enforceable on its terms by court order from the time it is executed by the parties. The judgment is enforceable after entry by the court.

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Answered on 3/13/09, 2:27 pm


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