Torrance Prenuptial Agreements Lawyers
Prenuptial agreements may seem unromantic or only necessary for the wealthy. The truth is that any couple, young or old, can benefit from an honest, fully disclosed legal agreement before marriage. At Colleen and Patricia Barberis of Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation, our attorneys are experienced in helping couples protect their rights and future interests in prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
Advocacy for every client. Solutions for every family. Call 310-421-4694 or contact us by e-mail to arrange an initial consultation with a Beach Cities and South Bay premarital agreement attorney.
What is a prenuptial agreement?
A prenuptial agreement is a contract signed by two people before they enter marriage. The contract could preempt any statutory language regarding the rights of both parties. When you enter into a prenuptial agreement, both parties should be represented by their own attorney to make sure they have a clear understanding of their rights and obligations.
Things to know about a prenuptial agreement:
- Parties must follow strict statutory requirements.
- Both sides must make a full and complete disclosure of assets and debts.
- You must enter the agreement long before the wedding date to avoid possibility of duress or coercion.
- Both parties must have the opportunity to seek legal advice.
- With appropriate counsel, a prenuptial agreement allows you to protect your rights and future interests.
Do I need a prenuptial agreement?
If you have been married before, have children from another marriage, have significant assets or you want to protect your financial interests before divorce, a prenuptial agreement may be a good idea for you and your spouse. A prenuptial agreement allows you to make decisions in advance to protect your investments, inheritance, individual property, benefits, and to protect yourself against unwanted debt.
Our attorneys take a tailored approach to protect the individual interests of our clients. Before entering into a prenuptial agreement, we will guide you through a full and complete disclosure of your assets and will help you get the information you need about your spouse's financial position. We will take the time to explain the consequences of a prenuptial agreement and how the agreement will affect your rights.
For more information about our experience and services, please call 310-421-4694 or contact our Torrance, California, lawyers by e-mail.
