Los Angeles Prenuptial Agreement Attorneys

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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 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. A prenup or post-nuptial agreement can offer stability and protection of your assets should divorce or death occur.

Do We Need a Prenuptial or Post-Nuptial Agreement?

A prenuptial agreement between spouses can build a solid groundwork in the event of a failed marriage. Our lawyers can help you decide the right strategy and draft a thoughtfully developed prenuptial or post-nuptial agreement.

You should consider getting a prenup or post-nuptial agreement 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 estates, stocks, etc.
• You have loved ones who need a secure financial future

Prenuptial Agreement Process

Before signing the agreement both you and your fiancé will need to obtain counsel. Full disclosure of all your assets and debts will be required in order to minimize the chances of having a court set it aside. This process takes time – you have to obtain a lot of documentation related to your assets and debts, 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 are comfortable with the agreed-to terms.

How Our Firm Can Help You

A well-drafted prenuptial agreement can help speed up a divorce proceeding or may even avoid it altogether. If both parties have decided to proceed with a marital agreement, it is essential for both parties to fully trust each other to disclose their finances. A prenup or post-nuptial agreement can easily be challenged in court if it later revealed that one of the parties hid assets at the time the agreement was drafted.

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