In the thrall of the moment, it is easy for married couples to fail to realize that, legally, getting married is essentially bonding your finances to another individual under the law. In the event that the union does not last, you will be subject to the state's laws when dividing your assets unless you create a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. Our attorney can help you craft an agreement that protects your interest and, most importantly, will be solid and enforceable in the event your union ends.
At The Pitman Law Offices, LLC, our legal professionals provide high-quality legal counsel and representation. Our founder, Don Pitman, has more than 15 years of experience handling family law matters. Additionally, as an instructor of continuing legal education, he understands how to explain the law clearly for his clients. Located in Newburyport, our law office handles a range of family law matters throughout eastern Massachusetts.
Contact a Newburyport premarital agreement attorney by calling 978-518-3306, toll free at
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Our law firm has prepared prenuptial agreements for couples with relatively simple assets as well as those with large estates. The most important thing we do, beyond crafting an agreement that is favorable for our clients, is making certain that any prenuptial or postnuptial contract is legally sound and will be enforceable under the law. For a prenuptial agreement to be enforceable, a number of factors must be met, including:
- The agreement must have been made without fraud or coercion
- Each party must have its own legal counsel
- Each party must make a full disclosure of assets
- Each party must have a reasonable amount of time to review the document
Postnuptial Agreements Can Protect Your Rights if You Are Already Married
Massachusetts courts recently recognized the validity of postnuptial agreements. Postnuptial agreements function in the same way as a prenuptial agreement, although the parties to a postnuptial agreement are now married. A postnuptial agreement cannot deal with child-related issues.
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Don Pitman is a lawyer experienced in assisting clients in drafting effective prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Contact our law firm online or by calling 978-518-3306, toll free at
