Co-Parenting Custody Agreement

CO-PARENTING CUSTODY AGREEMENT

This Co-Parenting Custody Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into by and between the undersigned parents for the care, custody, control, and financial support of the minor child(ren) named below. The parties intend that this Agreement be a binding, written understanding of their parenting responsibilities and a plan for day-to-day care, major decisions, and dispute resolution.

PARTIES

Parent A Name:

Relationship to child(ren): Mother Father Other (specify below)

Parent B Name:

Relationship to child(ren): Mother Father Other (specify below)

CHILD(REN)

Child 1 Name:   DOB:

Child 2 Name:   DOB:

Child 3 Name:   DOB:

CUSTODY AND PARENTING AUTHORITY

Legal custody (decision-making authority): Joint legal custody (both parents must consult and agree on major decisions) Sole legal custody to:

Physical custody (residence and parenting time): Joint physical custody (substantial parenting time with both parents) Primary physical residence with:

PARENTING TIME SCHEDULE

Exchanges shall occur at: . Unless otherwise agreed, exchange time is:

DECISION-MAKING, HEALTH, AND EDUCATION

For major decisions regarding education, medical care, and religious upbringing: Parents shall confer and make decisions jointly whenever practicable. If sole decision-making, authority granted to:

Health insurance provided by: . Out-of-pocket medical expenses to be shared:

COMMUNICATION AND COOPERATION

Parents agree to communicate respectfully and promptly about the health and welfare of the child(ren). Each parent shall provide current contact information below and shall notify the other parent of changes within hours for emergencies and within days for other material changes.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Child support and other financial obligations (child care, extracurricular activities, special medical costs) shall be allocated as follows. This Agreement may be supplemented by a separate financial support order or written arrangement.

RELOCATION

Neither parent shall relocate the primary residence of the child(ren) more than miles without prior written notice and either the written consent of the other parent or a court order permitting such relocation. Notice of intent to relocate must be provided in writing at least days before relocation.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND MODIFICATION

The parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes arising from this Agreement by good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to proceed to mediation prior to filing for judicial relief. If mediation is unsuccessful, either party may file an action with the appropriate court.

This Agreement may be modified by written agreement signed by both parents or by order of a court of competent jurisdiction upon a showing of a material change in circumstances affecting the best interests of the child(ren).

EMERGENCY AUTHORITY

In an emergency affecting the health or safety of the child(ren), either parent may take necessary action and shall notify the other parent as soon as practicable. Emergency decisions shall be communicated to the other parent and documented with medical or other professional records when available.

CONFIDENTIALITY AND RECORDS

Parents shall provide each other with copies of school records, medical reports, and other relevant information promptly upon request. Neither parent shall disclose confidential information about the child(ren) for purposes unrelated to their welfare without written consent of the other parent except as required by law.

TAX AND DEPENDENT EXEMPTIONS

The parties agree to allocate tax exemptions, credits, and dependent-related benefits as follows. Any allocation that conflicts with tax authority rules is subject to amendment to conform with applicable law.

REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Each parent represents and warrants that they understand the terms of this Agreement, are the parent or legal guardian of the child(ren) named herein, and enter into this Agreement voluntarily and without coercion. Each parent further warrants that no other person has superior legal custody rights to the child(ren) except as disclosed in writing to the other parent.

WITNESS / NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The undersigned witness(es) acknowledge that the parties signed this Agreement in their presence and appeared to do so willingly.

MISCELLANEOUS

Governing law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction designated above. If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

Effective Date:

By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. The parties affirm that this Agreement is executed voluntarily and that it reflects their intentions regarding the custody, care, and support of the child(ren).

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