In Georgia, if a settlement agreement is not filed in court, it is considered a private contract. This means that it is enforceable.Purpose of form: The Magistrate judge signs this document to enter making the "consent agreement" of the parties the legal decision in a civil case. A partition action enables you to force the sale of property when coowners are refusing to sell. This appeal was filed in the Supreme Court, but was transferred to this court upon the basis that it is a partition proceeding and thus within our jurisdiction. A property settlement agreement becomes a legally binding part of the final judgment when your marriage is officially dissolved. If the Court finds that it is unable to enforce the agreement, then you may have to file a new lawsuit for Breach of Contract. A partition lawsuit can end in the forced sale of jointly owned real estate.