Prenuptial Agreements Attorney in Orlando, FL

A prenuptial agreement is an agreement entered into by two people before they get married. This agreement deals with the financial consequences of their marriage in the event of divorce. In the absence of a prenuptial agreement, divorce law controls those consequences. A prenuptial agreement can provide a couple with predictability and control over a divorce. Instead of leaving these issues to the courts to decide, the couple can control their fate.

There are certain circumstances where a prenuptial agreement can be particularly helpful. The following are examples of some such situations:

1. Where one partner is much wealthier than the other. In these circumstances, the wealthier partner may want to be sure that the marriage is for love, not just for money, may want to protect premarital assets, and limit the amount of alimony to be paid. The less wealthy partner may want a prenuptial agreement to make sure he/she will be provided for in the event of a divorce.
2. Where one partner is going to stay home to raise children. When one partner gives up a job or career to raise children, they are giving up earning potential and may want to make sure they are protected financially in the event of a divorce. A prenuptial agreement can equalize the financial burden of raising children.
3. Where one partner is remarrying. Children may resent when a parent remarries. They may feel that the parent will give all of their assets to the new spouse instead of to them. This is especially true when the former spouse of that parent has died. Adult children may feel that the dead parent’s hard work will inure to the benefit of the new spouse instead of to them. A prenuptial agreement can address these fears and hopefully lead to a better relationship between the children and the new spouse.
4. Where one partner owns a business. A partner may have spent years and significant financial resources building a business before the marriage. These efforts may bring great rewards during the marriage. A prenuptial agreement can address the distribution of income and profits from the business and can protect business partners from having to deal with a spouse in the event of divorce.

The DeWitt Law Firm has helped many clients with prenuptial agreements. We know the importance of making sure all necessary financial and other requirements are met to protect your rights. Please contact us so we can discuss a prenuptial agreement with you.