After Marriage: Postnuptial Agreements
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After Marriage: Postnuptial Agreements

After Marriage: Postnuptial Agreements

A recent survey by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers found that nearly half of its members have seen an increase in postnuptial agreements. A postnuptial agreement is agreed to after the marriage and delineates how assets will be divided in the event of divorce. A couple that agrees to a postnuptial agreement generally has the desire to stay married. Child custody, spousal support, and child support are some of the issues that can be covered in a postnuptial agreement.

Unlike prenuptial agreements, there is no Act that exists which applies to postnuptial agreements. This means that a postnuptial agreement may be held to a higher standard of scrutiny by the courts.

Writing A Postnuptial Agreement

When writing a postnuptial agreement, it is important to make sure that you and your spouse discuss a number of matters, including the following:

– Any joint assets and debts
– Future income
– Current existing concerns about your financial lifestyle

Here are some things to include in a postnuptial agreement:

– All liabilities, assets, future gifts, and inheritances
– Division of property and income
– Division of primary home and any secondary homes
– Who would inherit any gifts, trusts, and inheritances
– Who gets which property
– Child support, spousal support, and child custody terms
– Details regarding benefits, disability, and long-term care and insurance coverage

It is important for each spouse to have his or her own attorney when drafting a prenuptial agreement.

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