Prenup Agreement Lawyer

Massachusetts Prenup Agreement Lawyer

When you’re planning your wedding, a divorce seems highly unlikely, and that’s why many couples don’t consider a prenuptial agreement. Prenups, also called premarital agreements, tend to get a bad rap, as their purpose is to protect separate property in a divorce and make the division of marital assets easier. However, our Massachusetts prenup agreement lawyer will tell you that placing safeguards around your separate assets, family property, or otherwise establishing the division of property should you divorce is simply prudent planning.

At the Law Office of Polly Tatum, we view prenups similar to an insurance policy: you don’t plan on getting in a car wreck, but you purchase insurance just in case. If you have children from a previous relationship and wish to preserve certain assets for them, or if there is a significant income gap between you and your partner, you may wish to have a prenup to protect you. We’re here to build legal protections for everything you’ve worked so hard for – call today.

What to Look for in an a Prenup Agreement Attorney

Premarital agreements can establish which assets will be considered separate should the couple divorce. Essentially, a prenup is a legal document that divides a couple’s assets before they get married, so in case of a divorce, the terms of the divorce decree are already set. This can make the separation process less contentious and give the couple more peace of mind, knowing that if the worst happens, they will still be financially protected.

Prenups are especially popular for couples who have children from a previous marriage and who wish to ensure that certain assets are preserved for those children. Although a prenup can’t establish terms of child custody or child support (a family law judge evaluates what is in the best interest of the child), prenups can ensure that specific property is excluded from being considered marital property and thus preserved for the child.

If you’ve been asked to sign a prenuptial agreement, you have the right to hire a lawyer—your own lawyer, someone who advocates solely for your interests—to review the document. Many family court judges will throw out a prenup that blatantly favors one party over the other, so we ensure when reviewing the agreement that your needs are met, and interests are represented.

Do You Need A Prenuptial Agreement?

If you believe a prenup is right for you, contact our firm. We can review your financial picture and estimated earnings and asset acquisition, then develop a personalized prenuptial agreement to protect your property.

Or, perhaps your soon-to-be-spouse has presented you with a prenup to sign. We review the contract to ensure that your interests are protected and the prenup is fair. We can also challenge an existing prenup in court if we determine that the terms do not fairly represent your interests. Contact the Law Office of Polly Tatum today.