Prenups are unnecessary because courts resolve disputes in the event of divorce or death. Truth: In court, one cannot be sure of any outcome, as the court system can be unpredictable. And, if one chooses to retain a lawyer and litigate, the process could be draining, both emotionally and financially. Prenups allow couples to determine the [...]

Young people don’t need prenuptial agreements. Truth: This couldn’t be further from the truth. The young need prenuptial agreements because most young couples do not have assets at the start of the marriage, and at the time of potential divorce, all earnings acquired during the marriage need to be divided. Today’s secretary may be a doctor in [...]

Prenuptial agreements are only for millionaires and celebrities. Truth: Prenuptial agreements are not only the famous, but benefit just about everyone in different circumstances. Prenups are critical for families in which parents plan to leave an inheritance or make gifts to children. Prenups are also crucial for the protection of small or family businesses, or professional [...]