Pre-Marital Agreements
A pre-marital agreement is a legally binding contract entered into by prospective spouses before marriage.
It defines each party’s rights and obligations regarding property, assets, debts, and financial matters in the event of divorce, separation, or death. A premarital agreement (also known as a “prenup”) allows couples to customize their financial arrangements and expectations before marriage, potentially reducing conflict and legal fees later on.
We ensure that pre-marital agreements are:
- Properly structured and legally enforceable
- Reflective of each party’s unique circumstances and goals
- Inclusive of provisions for property division, spousal support, business interests, and inheritance protection
A well-drafted pre-marital agreement provides clarity, safeguards financial interests, and minimizes potential disputes.
A premarital agreement clarifies what is considered separate property (owned before marriage or acquired during marriage through gift or inheritance) and community property (generally, assets acquired during the marriage, generally equally owned by both spouses). It can also determine the amount and duration of spousal support in case of divorce, or even waive it entirely. A premarital agreement can also protect separate property assets from being subject to division in a divorce.
Marital agreements provide couples with a structured and legally enforceable framework for addressing financial and property matters in connection with marriage.
Our firm offers comprehensive legal guidance in the preparation, review, and negotiation of marital agreements tailored to each client’s circumstances and objectives. We help address
matters including:
- Property division
- Spousal support
- Business and professional interests
- Protection of family or inherited assets
