Postnuptial Agreements
Although you may find yourself in marital bliss … or at least not at the point of considering divorce, you may find yourself concerned about how your certain assets could be distributed in the event your marriage saw rainier days. With few exceptions, all property acquired by either spouse during the marriage is considered a part of the marital estate and can be divided and distributed between the spouses in the event of a divorce.
A postnuptial agreement is a voluntary, marital contract that can protect those property interests you may be concerned about dividing in the event of a divorce down the road. Many couples find postnuptial agreements to be a helpful way to resolve disagreements that come up after marriage due to concerns about finances, inheritances, businesses, and other assets.
There are many reasons couples may choose to enter into this type of marital contract.
Postnuptial agreements can be used to address a number of issues, including:
- How a business is to be divided in case of a divorce
- Which spouse will be responsible for the payment of certain debts
- Whether a spouse will be entitled to any portion of an inheritance the other spouse receives
Contact an Experienced Family Law Attorney to Help You Draft Your Postnuptial Agreement
In order to ensure that your postnuptial agreement is legal, valid, and enforceable, look to The Law Office of Emily A. Jones. We have the experience and knowledge needed to draft and implement postnuptial agreements to give you peace of mind. A couple’s relationship can change over the years, but with a postnuptial agreement to protect those major property interests, you can retain some control in case of a future divorce.