Couples planning to wed often create prenuptial agreements to protect their individual and joint assets. While technically you can draft your own prenup without the help of an attorney, there are several important reasons why you should always seek legal counsel when drafting this type of agreement. Rozin | Golinder Law can help break down why it is so important.
Prenuptial agreements are unique documents that require specific language, format, and content for them to be legally binding. That’s why it’s important to have a professional attorney review the prenup before both parties sign it. An experienced prenuptial agreement lawyer will be able to provide advice regarding all aspects of your document, ensuring that it meets all state-level requirements and protects both parties as much as possible in the event of a divorce or death.
Couples can find it difficult to discuss certain topics while creating a prenup. An attorney can guide these discussions, helping ensure that all issues are discussed openly and fairly. This can save couples from potential stress or arguments in the future if one party feels that something was not properly addressed in the agreement. An experienced lawyer will also be familiar with any potential tax implications associated with prenuptial agreements, which could save both parties significant amounts of money in the long run.
Creating a prenuptial agreement without an attorney could lead to certain problems later on if either party decides to challenge its validity in court. If a judge decides that the document is invalid because it was not created correctly or contains incorrect language, then neither party will be able to rely on its protections during future disputes or litigation. To avoid this situation entirely, it is best to have an attorney review your prenup before signing it off.
While technically, you can create your own prenuptial agreement without assistance from an attorney, we highly recommend seeking legal counsel before signing off on any document. Having an experienced lawyer review and revise your document ensures that everything is done correctly and accurately according to state guidelines—which means peace of mind for both partners now and into the future.
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