Is a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement Right for You?
Whether you are getting married for the first time, or you have been married before, it is important to consider whether a prenuptial agreement is right for you. An experienced family lawyer can help you examine your situation and your options.
For more than 17 years at the Law Offices of Richard B. Bost, I have been helping people protect themselves by using prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. You can trust me to fully explain your options and find an agreement that effectively protects your assets in the event your marriage doesn't go according to plan.
Is a premarital agreement right for you? Call me today at toll free at 888-863-7021 to schedule an appointment.
What Can a Prenuptial Agreement Do For You?
With the divorce rate in the country over 50 percent, it is important to plan for every possibility when you are getting married. A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can protect the assets you and your spouse have accumulated throughout your lives, creating a contract that clearly explains what property is marital property and what property is not in the event of a divorce.
These agreements are especially important for people in a second marriage where children from a previous marriage are involved. For instance, if you were to die, you may want to be able to direct your assets to your own children rather than leaving things in the hands of your stepchildren or the courts.
Already Married? It's Not Too Late.
Even if you are already married and never signed a prenuptial agreement, you may still be able to draft a postnuptial agreement to address the same types of issues. Like a prenuptial agreement, a postnuptial contract can be used to settle property matters or economic issues should the marriage end in divorce or separation.
"Do It Yourself" Is Not a Good Option
The likelihood of putting a prenuptial agreement together online and having it hold up in court is, frankly, not prudent. These agreements need to be carefully crafted and account for many different circumstances that could occur. The consequences of having an agreement thrown out by the court are too great - let an experienced attorney help you work out an agreement that protects you and your spouses' rights.
To make sure your premarital agreement protects your interests, contact me today and schedule an appointment.
