It seems like we hear about cheating spouses everyday, whether it’s a Hollywood celebrity or the Director of the CIA. Though the headlines can be scandalous, the reality in court is that many times, judges don’t care. Instead, the real price paid for such cheating comes from settlements, not trials. The reason is that most… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Prenuptial Agreements
Subscribe to Prenuptial Agreements RSS FeedAnother Celebrity Marriage Bites the Dust… Prenup to the Rescue!
Posted in Divorce, Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, SeparationSome time ago, singer/actress Cristina Aguilera filed for divorce from her music executive husband citing “irreconcilable differences” (not a ground for divorce in South Carolina). It seems not a week goes by without news of yet another famous couple separating, divorcing, or fighting for custody of their children. In this case, as is true with… Continue Reading
Bizarre Prenups Exposed
Posted in Assets and Debts, Divorce, Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, Procedure, SeparationWhen it comes to drafting a prenuptial agreement, outlining each partner’s expectations can be a healthy move to protecting your future and ensuring that your particular concerns are addressed. Heading into a marriage fully informed about each party’s assets and what will happen in the event that the marriage ends in divorce allows both parties… Continue Reading
Increase in Prenups in South Carolina
Posted in Dispute Resolution, Financial Issues, Marriage, Prenuptial AgreementsIf you were to ask many South Carolinians 20 years ago whether they would sign a prenuptial agreement if their partner asked them to, the response of the majority of people would surely be “no.” Prenups have traditionally been considered a sign that a person either (a) does not believe that their marriage to work… Continue Reading
The Impact of Divorce on Small Business in South Carolina
Posted in Assets and Debts, Discovery, Divorce, Financial Issues, Practice Tips, Prenuptial Agreements, Research & Investigation, SeparationDivorce is a difficult enough process for anyone to go through, and there are lots of complicated financial decisions that must be made. The money worries can multiply for small business owners, who have the added worry of how the divorce will affect their livelihood. When you own a business, you also have the typical… Continue Reading
What Can You Learn From Celebrity Divorces?
Posted in Assets and Debts, Child Custody, Communication, Divorce, Financial Issues, Harassment, Prenuptial Agreements, SeparationMany celebrity marriages are over in the blink of an eye. What can average citizens learn from the divorce mistakes of the rich and famous? Plenty. Though we might not have their money or their number of exes, we can still learn lessons from their trials and tribulations. 1. Get a prenup :: When Mel Gibson… Continue Reading
The Benefits of a Post-Nup in South Carolina
Posted in Alimony, Assets and Debts, Child Custody, Child Support, Communication, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, Tax Issues, VisitationThough prenuptial agreements are commonly referred to a distant cousin, the postnuptial agreement is far less often seen. Though more infrequently used, it can still be a very powerful and important tool for couples to consider to protect their assets in case of divorce or separation. The only difference between a pre- and post-nuptial agreement… Continue Reading
The Benefits of Pre-Nups in South Carolina
Posted in Divorce, Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, SeparationAsking for a prenuptial agreement may not be the most romantic thing ever, especially with Valentine’s Day just behind us. Some experts insist that this isn’t true, that sitting down with a soon-to-be spouse and making arrangements might do a lot to alleviate worries going into marriage. According to a recent article on Yahoo.com, people… Continue Reading
Understanding the Importance of a Prenup in South Carolina
Posted in Assets and Debts, Financial Issues, Prenuptial AgreementsThough most people would agree that marriage is a big step, representing an important change in their life, very few people realize the just how impactful the decision can be both legally and financially. After all, marriage is a contract entered into by two people and it entails many of the same possible ups and… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Be Careful When Drafting a Postnuptial Agreement
Posted in Prenuptial AgreementsWhile you probably aren’t at risk of losing half of your stake in a professional baseball team, you and your spouse should still be very careful when drafting a postnuptial agreement. If there are any problems with the process of negotiating, drafting, or signing the agreement (totally apart from the agreement’s terms), a court may… Continue Reading
Five Situations When a Prenuptial Agreement is Necessary
Posted in Prenuptial AgreementsThe following Guest Post is from Kat Sanders: With over 50 percent of marriages that are solemnized ending in divorce, probably the best thing you could do before tying the knot is to finalize a prenuptial agreement. Just because you and your future spouse decide to reach a consensus on how you’re going to manage… Continue Reading
Questions Couples Should Discuss Before Marriage
Posted in Marriage, Prenuptial Agreements, RelationshipsThe New York Times reports that relationship experts believe that couples should ask each other critical questions before marrying, including the following: Have we discussed whether or not to have children, and if the answer is yes, who is going to be the primary care giver? Do we have a clear idea of each other’s… Continue Reading
Can Prenuptial Agreements Improve the Chances for Successful Marriages?
Posted in Marriage, Prenuptial AgreementsA recent study conducted by the Harvard Law School addressed the misconception that a prenup increases the likelihood of divorce. It concluded that a solid prenuptial agreement is likely to improve the chances of a successful marriage. The study’s author, Heather Mahar, argues that the division of assets is "the least compelling reason for average… Continue Reading
What You Can’t Do With A Prenup…
Posted in Prenuptial AgreementsMake rules about nonfinancial matters. For practical reasons, you should keep personal agreements out of your prenup. Here is a partial list of nonfinancial matters that sometimes find their way into prenups, but are better dealt with separately. Of course, the possible issues are endless and you may well think of many that aren’t mentioned… Continue Reading