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Many people feel that asking for a prenuptial agreement is the end of romance. Others believe that prenuptial agreements are only for the rich. Neither of these statements is true. Prenuptial agreements are appropriate in a number of situations and should be seriously considered before entering into a marriage, which is a legal partnership. A prenuptial agreement is a signed contract that spells out exactly how a couple will handle different aspects of their marriage to include finances, real and personal property, alimony, and several other concerns that often arise throughout the marriage and possibly in a divorce. While this may not seem very romantic, it can be an empowering and positive experience. Probably for these reasons, more and more “average” couples are signing these agreements lately.
Some of the benefits of a “prenup” include facing financial details and discussing them openly, preserving inheritance or the financial well-being of children from a previous marriage, protecting business assets, spelling out financial expectations, and reducing battles over finances in the case of divorce. Of course, there are drawbacks as well; agreements can be set aside if they are found to be fraudulent, unfair or signed under duress. They can be perceived as not being romantic and can imply a lack of trust between partners.
If you are considering a prenuptial agreement, remember a few key points:
– Don’t wait until the last minute. Springing an agreement on someone days before the wedding is not a good idea.
– Don’t hide your feelings or your assets.
– Each person should hire his or her own attorney.
Call a Jacksonville Family Law Attorney to help you understand your options with marital agreements.
Find out more about this topic at Prenuptial Marriage Agreements.
Please contact our law firm for help drafting your prenuptial agreement.