Erotuskaavasta

Erotuskaavasta is a Finnish term that refers to a template or form used in divorce proceedings. The word combines erottu s (divorce) and kaava (template or form), with the elative suffix sta indicating “from” or “of,” so the phrase describes a model document that guides the preparation of a divorce case.

A typical erhottuskaavasta outlines essential information and terms related to the separation. Common elements include the parties’ identities, date and place of marriage, and the legal grounds or reasons for the divorce. It often contains sections for asset and debt division, housing arrangements, and payment terms, such as alimony or financial support. For families with children, the template addresses custody or visitation schedules, parental responsibilities, child support, and arrangements for education, health care, and daily care. The document may also specify how joint pets and shared responsibilities are handled and include a timetable for implementing the agreed terms.

Usage and purposes vary. In practice, erottuskaavasta may be used as a starting point for couples seeking an amicable dissolution, or as a draft prepared with the help of legal counsel before filing. Courts or authorities may provide standardized templates to ensure consistent information and to streamline processing. While some divorces are settled through mutual agreement, others require litigation, where the template serves as a basis for negotiations or court decisions.

Etymology and linguistic note: erottuskaavasta derives from erottuva (divorce) and kaava (template), with the elative form indicating a template “of a divorce.”