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Getting married is a big life change. Before the big day, it’s important to consider how you and your new spouse will manage your joint finances and how those finances will be affected should the marriage end in divorce.
Speaking with a knowledgeable marital agreement attorney will go a long way toward securing your future life with your spouse. Our team of prenuptial agreement lawyers in Westchester County can consult with you and advise you on the best way to carry out a marital plan that meets your needs.
Planning a marriage is an exciting time in any couple’s life. However, before you say “I do,” you should think about the best method to preserve your possessions and future family. One way to do this in New York State is to prepare a prenuptial agreement.
A prenuptial agreement is highly personal and totally unique to your specific circumstances. Employing an experienced matrimonial attorney would be in your best interest when seeking to make such agreements, as an attorney will be able to analyze the legal and financial implications of the marriage as they pertain to your unique circumstances.
Our divorce attorneys in White Plains are highly experienced in drafting prenuptial agreements. They have a deep understanding of New York State family and matrimonial laws and will ensure that your rights and best interests are maintained throughout the formation of your marital agreement. We represent individuals throughout Westchester County, including White Plains, Yonkers, Eastchester, New Rochelle, Port Chester, and more. With decades of collective family law experience throughout our firm, Tully Rinckey brings both the dedication and experience needed to uphold your current and future needs.
Prenuptial agreements are established before marriage, at a time when couples are ready to embark on a new chapter of their lives, and they become effective upon marriage. While prenuptial agreements are often associated with negative stereotypes, they are essential for couples who want to plan for the future and protect themselves.
The state of New York is known as an “equitable distribution state.” Property distribution is normally resolved by the court in the case of a divorce in a fashion that the court believes must be equitable to both parties. However, having a prenuptial agreement removes the court from much of the responsibilities. Instead, having a plan in place ahead of time ensures that the assets are distributed evenly in accordance with your earlier agreement.
It is important to note, however, that prenuptial agreements cannot address matters relating to child support or custody issues.
A prenuptial agreement is customized to your specific situation. The following are some of the more prevalent reasons for having these agreements in place and should be answered in your prenuptial agreement:
A prenuptial agreement cannot relinquish a couple’s rights to custody or support of their children. Child custody, support, and visitation are always governed by the needs and best interests of the child.
As with most contracts, certain formalities must be followed for them to be deemed legitimate and enforceable by the courts. Because of the nuances, it is highly advisable for you to work with an attorney who may be able to review your agreement so you can ensure that your contract is valid.
While prenuptial agreements are enforceable once signed, there are some issues that could arise after signing that could invalidate your agreement. Below are a few of the most common reasons why a court may invalidate a prenuptial agreement.
While it’s not an exhaustive list of reasons that a court might invalidate your prenuptial agreement, knowing the cases where it will and won’t result in an invalidation can help protect your well-being should your relationship not work out.
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If your financial security is at risk, it may be worth working with an experienced divorce attorney who can best protect your assets and future. Our divorce attorneys routinely assist families throughout Westchester County, including White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Port Chester, Eastchester, and more.
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