PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT ATTORNEY IN THE GREATER NYC METRO AREA

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Prenuptial agreements designed to protect you and your family’s future on your terms

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Balanced, Thoughtful & future-focused

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Tailored to Your Relationship And Circumstances

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Legally Sound & Enforceable

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A poorly-written prenuptial agreement can do more harm than good.

Without careful drafting and legal scrutiny, your agreement may not hold up in court, leaving you vulnerable to:

  • Unintended financial consequences

  • Costly and prolonged litigation

  • Unfair division of assets

  • Stress and uncertainty in the event of a divorce

  • Being left out of the financial decisions in your marriage

  • Being unprotected in the event the marriage ends

A strong, legally sound prenuptial agreement should (1) reflect your goals, (2) protect your assets, and (3) give you peace of mind. That’s what we are here for.

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WHY get a prenup?

Build your future on a foundation of open communication & security.

Prenuptial agreements (also known as premaritial or antenuptial agreements and prenups) are not just about protecting assets; they are about fostering open and constructive conversations about your financial future. Our approach to prenuptial agreements is different from other family law attorneys because we facilitate the process with a focus on how a prenup actually strengthens your relationship rather than allowing it to create division. Viewing the process from this different perspective we have found opens up the lines of communication and builds on your mutual strengths and love. It can facilitate a richer and fuller dimension to your partnership. 

We have observed firsthand how couples who engage in this process with mutual respect come out stronger, more united, and more confident in their partnership. We have seen it bring out the best in a couple.

A prenup is smart and thoughtful for couples who want to:

  • Ensure fairness and clarity for each other.

  • Protect their assets and financial futures.

  • Reduce the risk of future disputes and misunderstandings.

  • Start their marriage with mutual trust and confidence.

  • Bring hidden issues out in the open and encourage mutual problem solving.

You might want to consider a prenuptial agreement if you or your partner:

  • Own significant assets or property.

  • Have children from a previous marriage.

  • Want to clarify each party’s expectation of how you will manage your financial affairs during the marriage. 

  • Simply want to have an open, honest discussion about financial expectations before marriage.

  • Expect to receive an inheritance or financial gift(s).

  • Want to avoid uncertainty in case of divorce or separation.

  • Have a business or professional practice to protect.

  • Have been married before and want to avoid unpleasant costly divorce proceedings.

A prenup isn’t about planning for divorce – it’s about building a marriage with transparency, mutual understanding, and shared financial goals.

How it works

Take a Smart Step Toward a Strong and Successful Marriage

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Schedule a Consultation

Book a complimentary initial call where we’ll discuss your financial situation, goals, and next steps.


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Get a Personalized Agreement

We will meticulously prepare and negotiate a legally sound agreement tailored to your needs.


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Review and Finalize Your Agreement

After you review the agreement with your partner, the prenup is signed and securely documented.

OTHER PERSONALIZED RELATIONSHIP AGREEMENTS

Wondering About Other Types of Agreements We Offer?

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Postnuptial Agreements

Life changes, and so do financial circumstances. Whether you want to safeguard new assets or redefine financial responsibilities after marriage, we draft strong postnuptial agreements that adapt to your evolving needs.

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Cohabitation Agreements

Unmarried couples deserve legal protections, too. Cohabitation agreements provide financial security and clear expectations, ensuring that both partners are protected in the event of separation or unforeseen circumstances, including any potential claims of a party seeking to invoke a common law marriage.

FAQS

Get Answers to Common Prenuptial Agreement & Relationship Agreement Questions

  • The earlier, the better. Ideally, you should start at least a few months before your wedding to allow for proper negotiation and review.

  • Yes. It’s strongly advised that each party has independent counsel to ensure fairness, full disclosure, and enforceability.

  • Yes, but it is then a postnuptial agreement. If you didn’t sign one before the wedding, a postnuptial agreement can still provide similar protections for you as a now married couple, but requires your mutual agreement.

    If your situation changes during the marriage, a postnuptial agreement is also a good option.

    You can schedule a consultation with us to discuss options for your postnuptial agreement.

  • It is very difficult to set aside (break) a prenuptial agreement in New York, which is one of the reasons serious care must be taken when the document is first being prepared. It is the exception that a prenuptial agreement in New York is set aside. 

    The Court will look at whether the agreement was fair at the time of execution and is not unconscionable at the time of implementation, among other factors. In New York, the Courts regularly uphold prenuptial agreements provided they are properly prepared and executed.

  • A cohabitation agreement is a legal document for unmarried couples who live together, outlining financial responsibilities, property rights, and asset distribution in the event of separation. It is ideal for couples who are not planning to marry but want to protect their financial interests, especially if they own property together, have significant assets, or want clarity on financial expectations within the relationship.

    Schedule a complimentary consultation with us to discuss options for your cohabitation agreement.

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Begin Your Marriage With Confidence & Peace of Mind

Whether you’re looking to protect personal assets, clarify financial expectations, or simply start your marriage with open and honest communication, we’re here to make it happen for you.