Understanding Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Prenuptial Agreement Lawyer Serving Tampa

With the soaring rate of divorce in Florida, it has grown increasingly common for couples to execute prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Divorce litigation has acquired a reputation for being particularly contentious, given the emotional nature of the issues in question. In order to guard against the potential for conflict over matters such as property division, many couples choose to set out their agreements over prenuptial assets and marital property in contract form. These agreements have gained wider acceptance as a practical measure for preventing drawn-out and costly legal battles, rather than being viewed as a prediction that the marriage will have no longevity.

The knowledgeable guidance and assistance of a Tampa divorce lawyer from The Law Offices of Maneul Fajardo is essential in drafting a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement that will stand up to intense scrutiny and challenges in a divorce. While it may seem to be a simple task to draw up an agreement between you and your future or current spouse, you should recognize that it is a legal contract, subject to strict legal requirements for validity. Your lawyer can also help you with the filling and notarization and enforcement of the agreement.

How a Tampa Divorce Lawyer Can Help

If you are considering making a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement with your spouse, come to Law Offices of Manuel Fajardo for a free case evaluation. It is important to learn about the legal implications of such agreements and the benefits they may provide you in the event of divorce. We especially encourage individuals with significant financial assets or property to pursue prenuptial agreements, while it is often wise to make a post-nuptial agreement when you learn that you will be inheriting money or before making large purchases using the financial resources of one of the marital partners. We provide professional and caring service to our clients in English and Spanish.

Contact a member of our legal team today for more information.