There are plenty of articles online, offering up tales of experience and tidbits but it is strongly recommended that anyone getting separated, should seek out legal advice from an experienced lawyer. When drafting a basic agreement, it is common enough to focus only on obvious wants/needs. Even when taking care of those issues of primary importance, there are other things that can slip through the cracks. Consulting with a professional helps to shine a light on the rights and obligations of each party before they sign anything or enter into any verbal agreements for support or other issues.