Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial Agreements

If you remarry, or if you have substantial assets or valuable personal property, it may make sense for you to create a pre-nuptial agreement. This agreement would dictate how assets, debts and property rights should be divided in the event you divorce or die. Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements can often prevent lengthy litigation.

With a pre-nuptial agreement, your estate will be distributed pursuant to your wishes and your spouse will only have a share of the assets you dictate. Such agreements are particularly important for protecting the interests of your children from any prior marriage.

A post-nuptial agreement is written following marriage and often is designed to foster harmony in the home. These agreements can address financial disagreements, how to handle assets and raise children. You may also wish to have a post-nuptial agreement if your or your spouse’s financial situation changes because of a career change, investments, inheritance or the sale of a business or real estate.

Complex financial situations make obtaining a pre- or post-nuptial agreement a prudent choice for some couples. are prudent to seek a pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement. Our firm will draft strategic documents that meet your individual needs.