What Is A "premarital" Or "prenuptial" Agreement?

Other Prenuptial Agreements FAQs

• Q: What Is A Prenuptial Agreement?
  A: A prenuptial agreement, or a premarital agreement, is a written contract created by two individuals who plan to be married.  This agreement lists all … More
• Q: Do Both Parties To A Premarital Agreement Need A Lawyer?
  A: Not necessarily, but the benefits of having one are knowing that the contract is prepared correctly and that you have made an informed decision. The attorney will also … More
• Q: Are Prenuptial Agreements Valid In A Court Of Law?
  A: As divorce and remarriage become more prevalent, courts and legislatures are increasingly willing to uphold prenuptial agreements.  Although every state permits … More
• Q: Should I Make A Prenuptial Agreement With My Future Spouse?
  A: The answer to that depends on your specific circumstances, and on the two of you as individuals. Financial planners and divorce attorneys argue that prenuptial … More
• Q: Do I Need A Lawyer Or Can I Prepare One Myself?
  A: There is no requirement that you have a lawyer, however, without one (two actually, one for both you and your future spouse) you are setting yourself up for a legal … More
• Q: Can A Prenuptial Agreement Be Modified After Marriage?
  A: Yes.  Any terms of a prenuptial agreement can legally be altered or modified in the future, if both parties so decide.  Other terms of the prenuptial … More
• Q: Can A Couple Make A Prenuptial Agreement Without An Attorney?
  A: A couple can begin the process of a prenuptial agreement by evaluating their circumstances, discussing what the agreement should entail, and even composing a first … More