Postnuptial Agreements in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Divorce Attorney

Before they are married, many people do not wish to discuss financial matters or what should happen if they get divorced. After marriage, many see it as a form of good planning so that any eventuality is taken into consideration. In a community property state, such as California, the income and assets of a married couple are normally divided evenly. If there is a correctly done postnuptial agreement, married couples can decide and agree beforehand on how their property and income will be divided.

Postnuptial agreements and prenuptial agreements are alike as to their content and the reasons behind them. It is vital to have a knowledgeable Los Angeles divorce lawyer to assist you in the formation of a postnuptial agreement. It can go far in preventing misunderstandings and can help ensure that what you desire is done in accordance with the law. Our skilled attorneys work to make your agreement legally binding should it ever have to be utilized.

Fundamentals of Postnuptial Agreements

Divorce actions or probate proceedings can bring to light issues that may not have seemed important or relevant at the time a postnuptial agreement was written. At the Mansouri Law Offices, we are dedicated to using our years of successful service to clients in order to predict and resolve matters that can become vital in the years to come.

These agreements may involve many areas of legal knowledge, can become complex and must follow the letter of the law in order to be valid. Fundamentals of any such contract include:

• That the agreements be made in writing
• There can be no fraud or misrepresentation
• The agreement is entered into freely and without any duress
• All income, debts and assets are fully disclosed
• Each spouse has sufficient time to review the agreement
• That each of you has the opportunity to get legal advice before signing the document

A correctly done postnuptial agreement can give each of you peace of mind, knowing what will occur in the future. Pedram Mansouri is ready to meet with and assist you towards achieving this goal.

To learn about the value of postnuptial agreements and how they can be made legally valid, contact a Los Angeles divorce lawyer from our firm.