Couples draft prenuptial agreements to create a fair arrangement that protects assets in case of divorce. While the contract should provide peace of mind, a change in circumstances can make a document that once seemed equitable now regrettable. An individual that...
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Prenuptial Agreements
Could a prenuptial agreement be unenforceable?
The primary purpose of a prenuptial agreement is to determine what marital assets each spouse receives if they should divorce. It may also include provisions regarding ongoing payments for support. From a public policy perspective, these contracts prevent litigation...
What are the benefits of a prenuptial agreement?
Couples who are entering a marriage may wonder what the benefits of a prenuptial agreement are. Prenuptial agreements provide a variety of benefits and can protect both spouses in the event they decide to divorce at some point. The benefits of a prenuptial agreement...
More couples are using prenups in the startup age
The laws in many states have a presumption that any wealth gained during the course of a marriage is the property of the couple rather than the spouses separately. For Virginia couples considering marriage, a prenuptial agreement can be a safeguard against much of the...
Prenuptial agreements result in greater financial awareness
When the subject of marriage arises, divorce might feel like an inappropriate topic. Divorce remains a possibility, however, and negotiating a prenuptial agreement could help a couple understand their financial position and priorities. The act of creating a contract...
Can pets be addressed in prenups?
Prenups are not just for addressing money matters. They can also have terms regarding something that is very important to many couples: Family pets. Why might couples want to consider having pet-related terms in a prenup? Well, pets are something that can trigger a...
Prenuptial agreements can work for everyone
When people in Virginia think about prenuptial agreements, they may think that such agreements are used only by celebrities, millionaires and people who have inherited a significant amount of family wealth. However, many people can find these agreements useful and...
How prenuptial agreements may protect family wealth
When Virginia children come from wealthy families, they might feel pressured by their parents to sign a prenuptial agreement before getting married. Although parents often do this simply because they are concerned about preserving the family wealth, children might be...
Prenups may protect a person from their spouse’s debt
For Virginia couples looking to get married, it can be important to understand the benefits of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. This is especially true if one future spouse does not have money managing skills and is at risk for racking up debt. While they are...

