A Prenuptial Agreement Is Only Valid If It’s Done Right

Most people understand that it’s a good idea to have a “prenup” in place if they are bringing substantial personal assets into a marriage. While nobody expects his or her marriage to end the fact is that we never know what will happen in the future.

Like any contract, a prenuptial agreement isn’t necessarily valid just because it has signatures at the bottom line. There are some important criteria the courts look at when determining whether a “prenup” should be upheld or not.

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I am Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, California, divorce and family law attorney Cary W. Goldstein. I have achieved national recognition for representing many of the region’s successful entertainers, professional athletes and wealthy individuals in palimony and divorce cases for more than thirty years. I know the issues that are necessary to have a prenuptial agreement upheld, and I know what can defeat them.

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In general, a valid prenuptial agreement must include these factors:

• The agreement must be drafted and signed well in advance of the wedding.
• Each party to the agreement must be represented by separate legal counsel.
• The agreement can affect the distribution of community assets obtained during the marriage.
• The agreement cannot be unfairly tilted to the benefit of one or the parties.
• The validity of the agreement will generally be affected by the duration of the marriage.

In addition to prenuptial agreements, I also represent individuals in all matters relating to domestic partnerships, palimony and co-habitation agreements.

Don’t take anything for granted when dealing with prenuptial agreements, If you are considering filing for divorce and you have a signed prenuptial agreement, talk to me first.

Contact me today and I will give you a complete assessment of your legal options.