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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements Legal Services
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Marriage, while based on an emotional bond, is also a sort of business contract insofar as it can have drastic financial consequences. Prenuptial agreements are created before the marriage and essentially pre-arranges how assets would be divided and how on-going support would be handled in the event of a divorce. Postnuptial agreements are created for couples who are anticipating going through a divorce but would like to arrange financial terms for after the divorce.
Prenuptial Agreement in PA
As mentioned above, prenuptial agreements are a premarital agreement made to protect assets and make one or both parties feel more secure. It can provide a guideline of understanding of what finances, debt and assets will be shared and what will stay separate. You may have heard that a prenuptial agreement will favor and protect one side, but an agreement done by an experienced family law attorney will benefit both parties. Couples can expect to pay anywhere from $1,200 to $4,000 to create the agreement.
Postnuptial Agreement in PA
A postnuptial agreement aims to address marital issues and prepare for a potential divorce, offering a safety net rather than signaling a relationship’s end. Contrary to common fears, it doesn’t doom a marriage but instead provides safeguards for all involved. By establishing clear terms before any separation or divorce, it can significantly ease the emotional and stressful process, offering peace and clarity during challenging times. It is put in place to financial and other interests of both parties for the duration of the marriage, or in the event of a divorce.
Beyond the protection of financial assets, a postnuptial agreement can even cover issues such as: setting budgets, consequences for destructive behavior, and marital duties.
If you are considering drafting a marital agreement, it is critical that you have experienced legal expertise working to protect your interests. We can help you understand the short and long-term implications of entering into any marital contract.
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