Angleton Prenuptial Agreement Attorneys

Helping Clients in Brazoria County and the Surrounding Areas

At BTR Law, we understand that prenuptial agreements can be a sensitive topic for couples. However, we also know that these agreements can be an important part of a couple’s financial planning and can help them avoid future disputes and litigation. Our Angleton prenuptial agreement lawyers are here to help you and your fiancé(e) draft a fair and enforceable prenup that meets your needs.

Call (979) 316-7133 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our team today.

What Is a Prenuptial Agreement?

A prenuptial agreement, or “prenup,” is a legally binding contract that a couple enters into before they get married. This contract outlines how the couple’s assets and debts will be divided in the event of a divorce or legal separation. Prenuptial agreements can also address other issues, such as spousal support (alimony) and property division in the event of a spouse’s death.

Some of the most common issues that prenuptial agreements address include:

• How property will be divided in the event of a divorce
• Whether one spouse will be required to pay spousal support
• How property will be divided in the event of a spouse’s death
• How the couple’s debts will be divided

It is important to note that prenuptial agreements cannot address child custody or child support. These issues are determined by the court based on the best interests of the child at the time of the divorce or separation.

Benefits of a Prenuptial Agreement

Many people are hesitant to bring up the topic of a prenuptial agreement because they believe it is a sign that they do not trust their fiancé(e) or that they are planning for the marriage to fail. However, prenuptial agreements can be an important part of a couple’s financial planning and can help them avoid future disputes and litigation.

Some of the benefits of a prenuptial agreement include:

• Protecting one spouse from the other’s debts
• Protecting one spouse’s business or professional practice
• Protecting one spouse’s inheritance
• Protecting one spouse’s premarital assets
• Protecting one spouse from the other’s poor financial decisions
• Protecting one spouse from the other’s gambling or substance abuse problems
• Protecting one spouse from the other’s financial infidelity
• Protecting one spouse from the other’s financial irresponsibility
• Protecting one spouse from the other’s financial fraud

Understanding Prenuptial Agreements: A Proactive Approach to Marriage

A prenuptial agreement is a legally binding contract entered into by a couple before they get married or enter into a civil partnership. This document outlines how their assets, debts, and other financial matters will be handled in the event of a divorce or separation. While some may view prenuptial agreements as planning for the worst, they are, in fact, a proactive and sensible approach to safeguarding the financial well-being of both parties.

Key Elements of a Prenuptial Agreement: Tailoring to Your Needs

• Asset Division: Precisely delineating the division of assets in case of divorce, ensuring transparency and mitigating potential conflicts.
• Debt Allocation: Establishing responsibility for pre-existing debts, shielding each party from the other's financial obligations.
• Spousal Support: Handling matters related to alimony or spousal support, if applicable, and specifying the conditions under which it might be granted.
• Business Ownership: Protecting business interests and clarifying the division of business assets in case of a divorce.
• Estate Planning: Outlining how assets will be distributed in the event of the death of one spouse, ensuring alignment with estate planning goals.

Call (979) 316-7133 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our team today.