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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Lessons on Prenups from Celebrity Marriages: J-Lo, Renee Zellweger, and More
When Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tied the knot, it made headlines that they chose not to have a prenuptial agreement. Adding to the conversation about prenups is actress Renee Zellweger, who is reportedly considering marrying her partner Ant Anstead without one. These situations exemplify the need for open discussions around finances, even when love…
Read MoreWhy You Should Avoid Online Services or Generic Templates for Your Prenuptial Agreement
Are you considering a prenuptial agreement and tempted to use an online service or generic template to save money? Think again. Here’s why you should steer clear of these one-size-fits-all solutions. Personalized Solutions Every prenup should be unique, just like your relationship. Generic templates can’t capture the nuances of your life, family dynamics, or state…
Read MoreNavigating Significant Life Changes During Marriage: The Role of Postnuptial Agreements in New York
You may have heard about postnuptial agreements and their importance in guiding married couples through various life situations. But what exactly do these agreements cover, and how do they come into play when life presents unexpected changes and challenges such as newfound wealth, relocating for work, or leaving the workforce to care for children or…
Read MoreValentine’s Day Proposals — First Comes Love, Then Comes… a Prenup?
It’s Valentine’s Day and you have just gotten engaged—congratulations! Now it’s time to think about a potentially awkward topic: a prenuptial agreement. A prenup can take anywhere from three months to a year to complete. That’s why it is crucial to begin this financial and emotional dialogue with your fiancé early on. It only becomes…
Read MorePrenuptial Agreements for Blended Families
A prenuptial agreement is essential for any couple, but it is especially important if you or your fiance are bringing children from previous relationships into your new marriage. Prenuptial agreements can help your blended family ensure financial stability and avoid conflict, stress, and uncertainty in the event of divorce or the death of one spouse.…
Read MoreUsing Mediation To Create a Prenuptial Agreement
When it comes to creating a prenuptial agreement, the assistance of a professional mediator is a wise approach and a smart investment for both parties. Mediation allows you and your future spouse to fully explore your wants, needs, and goals for the marriage and address the “what-ifs” of divorce. You and your partner will start…
Read MoreAddressing Spousal Support in a Prenuptial Agreement
Many couples limit their prenuptial agreements to topics like the division of marital and separate properties. But if you’re already taking the time to create a prenuptial agreement, you may as well make it as comprehensive as possible and include spousal support provisions. It’s not necessary to decide at the time that you create your…
Read MoreHow a Prenuptial Agreement Can Protect Marital Assets
Couples often retain matrimonial attorneys to create prenuptial agreements (prenups) for the purpose of protecting their separate assets. But have you considered how a prenup can also protect your marital assets? Marital assets are those acquired by a couple during a marriage, while separate assets are those that each individual acquired prior to the marriage…
Read MoreKevin Costner’s Divorce Illustrates the Need for Default Clauses in Prenups
The divorce proceedings of Hollywood actor Kevin Costner and his wife, Christine Baumgartner, have garnered significant attention in the media. The couple is embroiled in a dispute regarding the division of their assets, with Baumgartner allegedly defying their prenuptial agreement by refusing to vacate their shared residence owned by Costner prior to the marriage. Costner’s…
Read MoreYou Get What You Pay for When It Comes to Prenups
If you and your spouse are thinking of creating a prenuptial agreement, you’re probably wondering how much it will cost. Weddings are expensive, and you may hesitate to add another expense to the list as you start your life together. It’s natural to want to look for a law firm that can create your prenup…
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