Salt Lake City Prenuptial Agreement Attorneys

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Whether you are getting married in a year or ten, you should have some conversations with your partner about what would happen if you got a divorce. While you may not think about divorce when you are planning your wedding, it is important to have these discussions and consider the possibilities. If you have these conversations with your partner, you will be more prepared for the eventuality of a divorce, and you may be able to avoid a lot of the conflict and hurt if you are prepared and knowledgeable about your options.

Our attorneys here at Lokken & Putnam, P.C. understand the concerns you may have about a potential divorce and can help you plan for the possibility. We can help you draft a prenuptial agreement that will address the issues that are most important to you and your family.

Contact us online or by calling (801) 829-9783 to get started drafting a prenuptial agreement.

What Is a Prenuptial Agreement?

A prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital or premarriage agreement, is a legal contract entered into by two people who plan to get married. The purpose of a prenuptial agreement is to address and document certain issues, assets, and debts that will need to be addressed should the couple get a divorce. A prenuptial agreement can help to protect property, assets, and debts that a couple has, and can also outline how they would like to handle certain matters, such as child custody and support, spousal support (alimony), and the division of property, assets, and debts.

Prenuptial agreements are typically drafted when a couple is about to get married, but they can also be drafted after a couple is already married. The laws governing prenuptial agreements in Utah are fairly straightforward, and our firm can help you draft a prenuptial agreement that will address your specific needs and concerns.

What Happens if I Don't Have a Prenuptial Agreement?

If you get married and do not have a prenuptial agreement, the laws of property division in Utah will apply if you and your spouse ever get a divorce. The property division laws in Utah are essentially 50/50. If you do not have a prenuptial agreement and you have acquired assets, property, and debts during your marriage, then the court will divide those 50/50. While this may seem fair, it can be very difficult and painful if you did not plan to equally divide everything with your spouse.

If you have valuable property, assets, or debts, it is in your best interest to have a prenuptial agreement. If you do not have a prenuptial agreement and you are considering divorce, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced family law attorney who can advise you regarding your rights and options under the law.

Protect Your Interests With a Prenuptial Agreement

While you may have no intention of ever getting a divorce, a prenuptial agreement can help you protect your interests in the event that you do. If you have certain assets, property, or debts that you would like to protect, a prenuptial agreement can help you do that. If you are entering into a marriage where one person has children, owns a business, or has a great deal of assets, a prenuptial agreement can help you plan for the future and make sure your interests are protected.

Contact Our Firm Today

Don't let the laws of property division apply to you without a prenuptial agreement. If you are getting married, you should have a conversation with your partner about a prenuptial agreement. Our firm can help you draft a prenuptial agreement that will address your specific needs and concerns.

Contact us for more information about prenuptial agreements or to schedule an appointment with our Salt Lake City prenuptial agreement lawyers. You can reach us at (801) 829-9783.