Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial Agreements
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When a couple decides to wed, they usually do so in the hope that their marriage will stand the test of time. But every marriage, no matter how long or happy, eventually ends. Sometimes this happens through divorce, and sometimes it happens when the vows “till death do us part” reach their natural conclusion.
Prenuptial agreements help to determine what happens when a marriage ends, specifically, how property and/or assets are to be split between the partners (or their survivors). Prenuptial agreements are negotiated and signed before the marriage takes place, while spousal maintenance, sometimes referred to as an alimony, is typically either agreed to by the couple or set by the courts in the event of a divorce.
One thing is for certain: if you are considering a prenuptial agreement or are in the midst of finalizing a separation agreement or a divorce and are concerned about the next steps, it makes sense to consult an experienced divorce
and family law
lawyer. At the Law Offices of Steven H. Grocott, we are proud to help clients through the process of establishing a prenuptial agreement that both parties can feel confident in. Contact
our office in West Seneca, NY today to schedule a consultation with our prenup lawyer. We proudly support clients in the Hamburg, Orchard Park, Lackawanna, Cheektowaga, Blasdell, Amherst, and Buffalo, NY areas.
When is it Appropriate to Speak to a Divorce Lawyer About a Prenuptial Agreement?
Prenuptial agreements are used by couples to specify which property and/or debt belongs to which partner. Couples who have great disparities in wealth or who have property they wish to remain in their name, like a family-owned business, for example, often make use of them. Since financial matters make up the bulk of divorce proceedings, having a prenuptial agreement already in place can reduce the time a couple spends in finalizing the divorce or separation, should their relationship come to that.
However, keep in mind that prenuptial agreements are not only for couples who wish to protect themselves in the event of a divorce. They can also be used to assist with estate planning. For instance, couples who marry later in life or who have children from prior relationships might want to ensure that their property goes to their children or other heirs after their death.
Contact Our Office to Discuss Your Prenuptial & Separation Agreement Plans
Regardless of your situation, if you are considering a prenuptial agreement for any reason, it always makes sense to consult an experienced family law attorney like Steven H. Grocott. With a background in divorce and family law, Steven H. Grocott has helped many couples throughout the greater Western New York area negotiate prenuptial agreements and work through any required spousal maintenance or distributive awards as a result.