While many people view premarital and post-martial agreements as taboo, we view premarital and post-marital agreements as powerful tools for transparency and security, and well as setting the foundation for a strong relationship. By establishing clear expectations regarding assets, debts, and future financial responsibilities, couples can establish their marriage with mutual understanding.

Our Attorneys provide expert guidance in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating these agreements to ensure they are legally sound, tailored to your specific goals, and you understand the agreement that you are entering.

A premarital agreement is a contract entered into before marriage that takes effect once you are legally married. These agreements are not just for people that have significant assets; they are essential for anyone who:

There is a growing trend in couples obtaining a premarital agreements, especially within the younger generation. Younger couples are getting married later in life at an average age of 28 to 30, compared to 25 to 26 two decades ago. Younger couples have also experienced significant rates of student debt, inflation, and a recession, resulting in a desire for future financial certainty and stability.

Premarital Agreements have very strict requirements in California, including full financial disclosures and the “7 day rule” between the presentation of the final agreement and the execution of the agreement. Premarital Agreements are often challenged when a marriage does not end well and the law surrounding Premarital Agreements is constantly changing, so it essential to obtain an attorney that has experience in both challenging and enforcing Premarital Agreements to draft and review your agreement. Our Attorneys have the knowledge and experience needed to provide you with the best representation for your agreement.

A post-marital agreement is created after a couple is already married. Life changes—such as a career shift, a large inheritance, or a change in financial status—can prompt the need to redefine how assets should be handled.

Post-marital agreements can help:

Post-marital agreements are subject to immense scrutiny because couples in California owe one another a “fiduciary duty” of the highest good faith and fair dealing once they are married. It is vital to have an attorney who understands the nuances of these duties to ensure the agreement is fair and has a higher chance of being upheld under scrutiny.

It is best practice to begin the process of a premarital agreement at least 6 months before your marriage date to ensure there is sufficient time to complete all the required disclosures, negotiate terms, and review the agreement with ample time without pressure of the impending wedding date.

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