wealthy and prenups

Types of Marital Contracts

Published on: February 21, 2024 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Types of Marital Contracts

Whether you are planning your marriage or have made the decision to separate and divorce, you need to put the terms into a formal agreement. Marital agreements are contracts between a married couple. In North Carolina, there are four main types of marital agreements or contracts. These include prenuptial, postnuptial, separation, and settlement agreements. Each type of agreement has a specific use and is best made with help from a knowledgeable family law attorney.

Prenuptial Agreement

Can You Renegotiate a Prenuptial Agreement?

Published on: October 11, 2023 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Can You Renegotiate a Prenuptial Agreement?

Not all marriages survive the test of time. While you never get married with the intent to divorce, it is best to prepare. A prenuptial agreement can protect you and your spouse and make life easier in case your union comes to an end. Prenuptial agreements are not just for the wealthy or for celebrities. They are actually useful legal documents that can make uncoupling easier and less stressful for everyone. If you have a prenuptial agreement in place you may wonder whether you can renegotiate it after you are married.

What is a Prenuptial Agreement?

What Should I Include in a Prenuptial Agreement?

Published on: November 30, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

What Should I Include in a Prenuptial Agreement?

Prenuptial agreements are becoming more popular. While many people think that only the rich or famous can benefit from a prenup, it is a helpful document for most couples. The prenup is an excellent way to provide guidance for how to handle the many issues that occur if a couple parts ways. In North Carolina, marital property is divided in an equal manner in a divorce. The prenup can define precisely how to divvy up your property. The prenup has value for both parties, but only if it is made in an enforceable way. A knowledgeable attorney will help you with a prenup that fits your needs.

Benefits of a Prenuptial Agreement

Dangerous Myths About Prenuptial Agreements

Published on: May 30, 2018 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”

Most engaged couples are not thinking that their marriage will end in divorce. However, many couples enter into prenuptial agreements to protect their assets in the event the marriage should end in divorce.