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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreement | Queens | Nassau County | New York
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The Schreck Law Group provides experienced New York and Queens Divorce Lawyers who understand that there is no tougher period of time for a family to endure than a divorce.
What is a Prenuptial Agreement?
A prenuptial agreement is a signed agreement between future spouses that describes the framework for division of assets and support should the marriage end in divorce. In order for a prenuptial to be considered legal it must be written and signed voluntarily by both parties.
The topic of prenuptial agreements is unromantic and can create resentment, give the appearance of a lack of trust and even give the appearance of a lack of lifetime commitment between spouses. Prenuptial agreements should be signed well in advance of the wedding in order to defeat possible claims of duress. Most people look at a prenuptial as a couple anticipating divorce, but the truth is that there are many positive aspects including:
- Preserving family ties and inheritance
- The well-being of children of a previous marriage
- Personal assets accumulated before marriage
- Business assets accumulated before marriage
- Eliminating battles over finances and assets
At The Schreck Law Group, we combine the litigation experience of a large New York law firm with the personal service of a boutique firm to handle your prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. If you are considering a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement contact our Nassau County and Queens NY offices at (516) 500-1270 to speak directly with an attorney.
What is a Postnuptial Agreement?
A postnuptial agreement is essentially the same as a prenuptial agreement except that a postnuptial agreement is signed after marriage. Though this practice is not as common, it has gained popularity in recent years.
Though a postnuptial is arguably even less romantic than a prenuptial agreement, it can be necessary when:
- There is a need to shore up a rocky marriage
- There is a major financial change, like a big promotion with increased income
At The Schreck Law Group, we combine the litigation experience of a large New York law firm with the personal service of a boutique firm to handle your prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. If you are considering a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement contact our Nassau County and Queens NY offices at (516) 500-1270 to speak directly to an attorney.