Preparing to marry is an exciting time, and at this point, most California couples are not considering what could happen if they divorce in the future. It seems unromantic and perhaps even bad luck to talk about that contingency, yet alone plan for it. Most people...
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Millennials benefit from the protection of a prenuptial agreement
Taking the step of getting married is one of the most significant decisions in life. This choice will have both legal and financial ramifications, making it important for each individual taking this step to consider the benefits of a prenuptial agreement. This marital...
The details of a strong prenuptial agreement
Many couples fail to consider the legal and financial implications of choosing to marry. This decision is based on feelings of love and commitment, but it is prudent not to allow these feelings to keep a California couple from considering their long-term interests....
Disputes over Dr. Dre’s prenuptial agreement continues
California couples with valuable assets, high incomes or exceptional wealth will benefit from certain legal and financial protections before they marry. A prenup is a practical way for an individual to protect his or her wealth in case of a divorce, and this is common...
Professional women will benefit from prenuptial agreements
Planning to marry is an exciting time for any woman, but it is prudent to look at matters that pertain to things beyond the wedding day. Looking to the future and planning for contingencies can include drafting prenuptial agreements. This step is especially important...
Why should a couple consider a postnuptial agreement?
The future is unpredictable, but there are certain things a California couple can do to maintain more control over what could happen. One of these is to draft a prenuptial agreement before walking down the aisle. Many couples overlook the benefits of having these...
Virtually anyone can benefit from a prenuptial agreement
Planning a wedding is an exciting time, but engaged California couples may want to look beyond their wedding day when planning for the future. While no couple goes into marriage assuming it will end in divorce, it is possible this could happen, compromising the...
Why business owners need a prenuptial agreement
Divorce can change everything for a California spouse, especially in terms of his or her finances. The end of a marriage can bring significant financial changes, and lifestyle adjustments may be necessary. Fair distribution of marital debt and assets are some of the...
A prenuptial agreement is not planning for a marriage to fail
Thinking about a divorce before a marriage even begins may seem counterintuitive to some California couples. However, there are many benefits to planning for this contingency by drafting a thoughtful and thorough prenuptial agreement. This step is not assuming the...
Addressing custody and care for pets in a divorce
Pets are important members of the family. Deciding what is going to happen to them can be one of the most contentious issues in a divorce, and two spouses may not be able to come to an agreement over who should keep the pet and who is financially responsible for it....