Lay v. Lay

The plaintiff in error will be referred to as the “husband” and the defendant in error as the “wife.” On July 27, 1960, the husband instituted divorce proceedings. The divorce, however, was granted to the wife on November 2, 1960, on her cross-claim. On October 20, 1960, the parties entered into an elaborate agreement for the purpose of settling all matters relating to the division of their property, establishing the obligation of the husband to the wife for her maintenance and support, and providing for child custody and support.

The agreement was submitted to the court for its approval. The…