Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Preparing to marry the love of your life should be exciting, but there are also arrangements that must be established before the wedding — specifically the prenuptial agreement. In some cases, these arrangements can be completed afterward in a postnuptial agreement. Pre- and postnuptial agreements are legally binding contracts that clearly outline what will happen in the case of a divorce or separation.

The following are generally covered in a prenuptial/postnuptial agreement:

• How to identify separate vs. marital property
• How to divide up property acquired before the marriage
• How to divide up property acquired during the marriage
• Alimony/spousal support arrangements

There are many benefits to having a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement and the mediation process is a good, cooperative, nonthreatening way to come to the necessary terms.