No statute or court cases, but it is recommended that agreements be in writing, that both parties sign the agreement, and that the agreement be notarized.

Marital Property: In divorce proceedings, courts will divide marital property in a way the judge considers fair. Marital property includes all property acquired by either spouse during the marriage, with some exceptions, including property excluded by a valid agreement.^[1]

Settlement Agreements: Maine permits postnuptial agreements between spouses created when planning to get divorced.^[2]

Scrutiny: Marital settlement agreements are interpreted like other contracts but face additional scrutiny because of the heightened public interest in ensuring that the terms of the agreement are consistent with public policy.^[3]