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How Do I Discuss a Prenuptial Agreement with My Partner?

Whitehouse Station Divorce Lawyers at Tune Law Group, LLC Draft Prenuptial Agreements for Clients.

If you and your partner are about to get married, bringing up the topic of a prenuptial agreement may seem unromantic. However, with approximately half of all marriages ending in divorce, it is an important conversation to have before you tie the knot, particularly if you bring considerable financial assets into the marriage. While you may hesitate to discuss the idea of a prenuptial agreement with your partner because you do not want to suggest that you do not trust your future spouse, you should have an open and honest conversation about your financial expectations before you exchange vows. If you are interested in obtaining a prenuptial agreement, a highly skilled divorce lawyer can assist you with this process and address any questions and concerns you might have.

Why Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

It is a common misconception that prenuptial agreements are for the very wealthy but prenups are becoming increasingly common for couples of all income levels. Anyone who wants to take proactive steps to protect their finances in the event of a divorce should consider a prenuptial agreement. The following are examples of some of the main benefits of a prenuptial agreement:

  • You would like to keep certain properties or assets separate from your spouse.
  • You have valuable heirlooms or properties that you would like to remain within your family.
  • You have children from a previous relationship, and you want your assets to be left to them upon your death.
  • Your future spouse has financial debts that you do not want to be responsible for in the event that you get a divorce.
  • You want to avoid a time-consuming, contentious divorce by having a prenuptial agreement in place that addresses your financial goals.

What Is the Best Way to Bring Up the Subject of a Prenup?

If you want to discuss the idea of a prenuptial agreement with your partner, there are a number of things that you should consider before having the conversation, including:

  • Have a conversation about a prenup as soon as possible. Do not wait until you are nearly married to broach the subject of a premarital agreement. Have this discussion shortly after getting engaged so that you both have a clear understanding of your financial assets and goals.
  • Choose the right moment. While you do not want to put off the conversation, there is a right and a wrong time to talk about a prenup. For example, you do not want to bring up the idea of a prenup if you are in the middle of an argument, or if your partner is upset about something. Wait until you are both in the right frame of mind to have an honest and productive discussion.
  • Be honest about why you want a prenup. People often have a negative association with prenuptial agreements. However, if you are honest with your future spouse about why you would like to have a prenuptial agreement, and that your goal is to ensure that you are both financially independent in the event of a divorce, the conversation can be positive and productive.
  • Try to remain calm. This can be a tricky conversation to have, particularly if your partner does not want a prenuptial agreement or does not agree with the proposed terms. However, if you respond to your partner’s behavior by becoming angry, defensive, or emotional, this will make the conversation that much more challenging, and difficult to come to a resolution.

Whitehouse Station Divorce Lawyers at Tune Law Group, LLC Draft Prenuptial Agreements for Clients

If you are interested in having a prenuptial agreement drafted before getting married, please contact the Whitehouse Station divorce lawyers at Tune Law Group, LLC. We will create a personalized prenuptial agreement that reflects your financial goals and protects your legal rights. To schedule an initial consultation, call us today at 908-434-1061 or contact us online. Our office is located in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, where we serve clients in and around Tewksbury, Hunterdon County, Monmouth County, Morris County, and Warren County.  

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