Our Prenuptial Agreement Service is designed to assist couples in preparing and executing a prenuptial agreement before marriage. As an integral part of planning for your future together, a prenuptial agreement helps both partners ensure clarity and security regarding financial matters and responsibilities should the marriage face legal complexities in the future.

What is a Prenuptial Agreement?

A prenuptial agreement, often referred to as a “prenup,” is a written contract created by two people before they are married. This agreement typically outlines the ownership of their respective assets should the marriage end in divorce or death. Prenuptial agreements can include provisions for the division of property and the support of spouses, and they can establish the financial responsibilities of each party during the marriage.

Importance of a Prenuptial Agreement

A prenuptial agreement is crucial for protecting pre-marriage assets, managing debt responsibilities, and avoiding potential conflicts in the event of a divorce. It serves as a proactive measure to handle financial matters responsibly and transparently. It is especially important for those entering marriages with significant assets, children from previous relationships, or specific financial goals and obligations.

Why Do Couples Choose a Prenuptial Agreement?

Couples opt for prenuptial agreements for various reasons:
• To clarify financial rights and responsibilities during the marriage
• To protect the interests of children from previous relationships
• To protect individual assets and manage debt liabilities
• To avoid potential lengthy disputes in the event of a divorce
• To ensure family property or business remains within the family

Our Service

While we are not attorneys, we provide guidance in filling out a general prenuptial agreement based on your specific needs and circumstances. Here are the sections typically included in a prenuptial agreement, which we can help you understand and complete:

1. Disclosure of Assets and Liabilities
• This section requires both parties to fully disclose their current financial situations, including all assets and liabilities. It ensures that the agreement is made based on mutual knowledge and understanding of each partner’s financial standing.

2. Property Division
• Defines what happens to pre-marital and marital properties in the event of a divorce or death. This includes how assets acquired before and during the marriage will be handled.

3. Spousal Support and Maintenance
• Outlines provisions for alimony or spousal support, specifying conditions under which one partner would support the other financially during or after a divorce.

4. Debt Liability
• Specifies which partner will be responsible for debts incurred before and during the marriage, protecting one partner from the other’s pre-existing debts or financial missteps made during the marriage.

5. Management of Household Expenses and Joint Bank Accounts
• Details how everyday expenses and savings will be managed, whether through joint bank accounts or by allocating financial responsibilities between partners.

6. Amendments and Governance
• Outlines the conditions under which the agreement can be amended and specifies which state’s law will govern the agreement.

7. Separability and Enforcement
• Ensures that if certain parts of the agreement are found to be invalid, other parts will remain in effect.

Disclaimer

Please note that while we assist in the preparation of prenuptial agreements, we do not provide legal advice. We strongly recommend consulting with a licensed attorney to review the agreement to ensure it meets legal standards and accurately reflects your intentions.