As of January 1, 2020, California’s Family Code section 1615(c)(2)(B), states that there must be at least 7 days in between presentation of the final agreement and when the parties sign it.

Why does this matter? This requirement is important to provide parties enough time to obtain legal representation if they want it, or to make sure both parties have considered the impact of the terms.

Watch this video with California Attorney Raymond Hekmat explaining California's 7 Day Rule:

To calculate the 7 Day Rule, you must count 7 days from the day that both parties confirm that the agreement is in final form. Many California attorneys agree, that then adding one more day adds an extra layer of safety.

Click here to go to your Notarization page to check whether you are able to sign your agreement.

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