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Pre-Nuptial Agreement Lawyer Serving New York Clients

Why You Should Have a “Pre-Nup”

You’re getting married! You are ecstatic! You are madly in love and there is no way that your marriage can fail. Right? The sad reality is that about half of all marriages end in divorce. Before you wed, you have the opportunity to protect assets and your financial future in the event of a divorce by preparing a pre-nuptial agreement.

There are many reasons you should consider a pre-nuptial agreement before getting married:

  • If you come into the relationship with substantial assets that you want to protect and immunize from the claims of your prospective spouse in the event of divorce.
  • You want to plan for your estate. This is particularly important if you have children from a prior relationship and you want to secure their inheritance rights.
  • If you run your own business or are part owner of a closely-held business, a pre-nuptial agreement can protect your business interests.
  • If you want to identify your separate or pre-marital property.

Pre-nuptial agreements allow you and your fiancé to address these issues before you wed so as to avoid conflict later in the marriage or during a divorce.

Questions to Answer When Considering a Pre-Nuptial Agreement

The words “pre-nuptial agreement” are hardly romantic. But a good pre-nup is far better than a bad divorce. Here are some considerations to determine if a pre-nuptial agreement is right for you:

  • Do you have pre-marital assets that you want to protect?
  • Do you have children whose estate interests you want to preserve?
  • Could you be stuck with massive debt currently owed by your partner if you divorced?
  • Are you concerned about paying or receiving spousal support if the marriage ends in divorce?
  • Do you want to establish a financial plan before the marriage begins?
  • Could your retirement plans be endangered by a divorce?
  • Do you trust your partner’s motives in seeking or avoiding a pre-nuptial agreement?

The Growing Popularity of Pre-Nuptial Agreements

Pre-nuptial agreements are no longer exclusively for the rich and famous. A pre-nuptial agreement can benefit anyone contemplating marriage who has assets that require protection. If you are planning on getting married, call us to see how a pre-nuptial contract could benefit you.

What Our Clients Say

Daniel helped me with my prenuptial agreement. He was very patient, knowledgeable, and was always there to answer all my questions. I could not ask for a better attorney, I highly recommend him.

– Daniela N.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What issues are addressed in a pre-nuptial agreement?

A prenuptial agreement can address how  property is acquired during the marriage (whether is it separate or martial ) and each party’s rights to the various types of property when the marriage ends, either in death or divorce.   It can also address other economic issues like the payment of maintenance.     A pre-nuptial agreement cannot address child custody issues.

Are pre-nuptial agreements really enforceable?

Yes. Provided the agreement is properly signed and acknowledged and is not unconscionable, or procured by fraud, undue influence or fraud, it may be enforceable.

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“Daniel is a highly skilled professional whose experience and emotional support were key enable me navigate and successfully go through what can be a challenging and stressful process at times. I am very grateful for his prompt responsiveness always, his commitment to protecting my interests and efficiency at getting my divorce finalized. I definitely recommend.”
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YOUR ATTORNEY

Daniel Clement

The Law Offices of Daniel E. Clement

Daniel Clement graduated from Brooklyn Law School and the State University of New York at Albany. With over 35 years of experience, he has been a member of the New York City Bar Association and the Matrimonial Committee. In addition, he has worked as an Arbitrator in the Small Claims Court of the City of New York. 

Known for his straightforward yet savvy approach to law, he specializes in multiple areas of family law including divorce, how to protect assets in a divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, property division, maintenance/alimony, and high net worth divorce. Clients hire Daniel for the personal attention, hard work, street smarts, and excellent value he brings to each case.

An accomplished attorney, Daniel also lectures and writes for various publications, including a blog entitled the “New York Divorce Report” and has co-authored the book, “Onward and Upward: Guide to Getting Through New York Divorce and Family Law.”

The information contained in this website has been provided for general informational purposes only and DOES NOT constitute legal advice; there is no warranty on this information and it does not in any way constitute an attorney-client relationship. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. All individuals are encouraged to seek independent counsel for advice regarding their specific situation and facts. 

THIS SITE SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR COMPETENT AND INDEPENDENT LEGAL ADVICE.

Further, e-mails or other correspondence with any member of this firm does not create an attorney-client relationship without the explicit written agreement between the parties

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