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California is a community property state, which means that in the event of a divorce, all marital property is subjected to asset division. A prenuptial agreement, or “prenup,” may not be something you and your soon-to-be spouse want to think about, but it is an important and helpful legal tool that can provide you both peace of mind and assurance.

Prenups, as well as postnuptial agreements/postnups, can offer stability and protection of your assets should divorce or death occur. They are a wise means of protecting what you have worked so hard to build.

Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for You?

A prenuptial agreement between spouses can build a solid groundwork in the event of a failed marriage. Our Los Angeles prenup attorneys can help you decide on the right strategy and draft a thoughtfully developed agreement.

You should consider getting a prenup if:

• You own or co-own a business or practice
• You may receive a large inheritance
• You expect to see a large increase in income
• You have valuable property, such as real estate, stocks, etc.
• You have loved ones who need a secure financial future

Key Advantages of a Prenuptial Agreement

A well-drafted prenuptial agreement can help speed up a divorce proceeding or may even avoid it altogether.

What's more, a prenup can help ensure that you are on the same page as your fiancé(e). You will each have a complete picture of the other's finances and debts, as well as a clear understanding of what the other expects should you part ways.

In addition, a carefully prepared agreement can reduce the scope of disputes that might otherwise end up in a courtroom such as the Los Angeles County Superior Court. By spelling out how you wish to treat particular assets, business interests, or retirement accounts, you can limit the issues that must be litigated if the marriage ends. This clarity can lead to lower legal fees, a shorter overall timeline, and less emotional strain for both spouses, allowing you to resolve matters more privately and efficiently.

Steps to Obtain a Prenup in California

Full disclosure of all your assets and debts will be required in order to minimize the chances of having a court set it aside. (A prenup can easily be challenged in court if it is later revealed that one of the parties hid assets at the time the agreement was drafted.)

Getting a prenup takes time. You have to obtain a lot of documentation related to your assets and debts. What's more, the exchange process that occurs in order to review and revise the proposed agreement takes time.

You also have to have time to think through and fully agree to the terms. You will be less likely to challenge anything in the agreement if both you and your fiancé(e) are comfortable with the agreed-to terms.

When you work with our prenuptial agreement attorney Los Angeles couples trust, you can expect a structured process that includes gathering financial records, drafting proposed terms, exchanging revisions, and ensuring that each party has an opportunity to consult independent counsel. We can explain how California’s Uniform Premarital Agreement Act applies to your situation, what deadlines you should be aware of before your wedding date, and what steps may help your agreement stand up to scrutiny if it is ever reviewed by a judge. Starting early gives you room to ask questions and make thoughtful adjustments rather than signing under pressure.

What Cannot Be Included in a Prenup

As you consider creating a prenuptial agreement, it is just as important to understand what you cannot include as it is to know what you can address. California law places limits on certain terms, and judges in Los Angeles County will not enforce provisions that conflict with public policy or state statutes. Knowing these boundaries ahead of time can help you set realistic expectations and avoid relying on terms that may later be ruled invalid.

Prenuptial agreements generally cannot control child custody or child support, because those issues are decided based on the best interests of the child at the time of separation, not in advance. You also cannot include anything that would encourage divorce, waive the duty of honest financial disclosure, or attempt to limit temporary spousal support in a way that conflicts with California law. If a court in Los Angeles finds that parts of an agreement are unconscionable or were signed under significant pressure, those provisions may be set aside, even if the rest of the agreement remains valid.

Contact Our Prenup Attorneys Today

At the Law Offices of Korol & Velen, we have been drafting comprehensive prenups for a combined 40 years. We have the knowledge and experience to ensure that the agreement you sign is binding in court. Our family law firm is committed to strategically assessing your case to protect your financial interest.