San Diego Prenup Attorney
If you are planning on getting married, you and your future spouse may want to at least consider signing a prenuptial agreement, which can protect your interests in the event of a divorce. Even if you do not think such a document is the right fit for you, discussing it will at least get you thinking about the effect your marriage will have on your finances.
We at Mediation San Diego can help you decide if a prenuptial agreement is the right fit for you, and can draft and negotiate one on your behalf.
A Prenuptial Agreement Can Protect Your Assets and Minimize In Advance the Costs and Acrimony of a Potential Breakup
We are no strangers to sudden wealth here in San Diego, California, whether it is in entertainment, technology, telecommunications or real estate. It is important that you think about how this money is classified before you get married to prevent lengthy disputes in the event of a divorce. It is not that couples who enter into premarriage or “prenuptial” agreements are predicting dissolution. Rather, before any disagreement arises, they wish to state their intentions clearly and to create a mutually acceptable framework that assures a level of predictability.
How Much Does a Prenup Cost?
The cost of a prenuptial is a frequently asked question. The prenup cost in California varies wildly from firm to firm but offer a unique flat-fee prenup drafting service that makes the cost of a prenup affordable and worry free. Our clients do not pay hourly fees for our prenuptial attorney to draft the agreement. The cost for our prenup attorney to write your agreement is $3,950 which is a flat rate option.
How to Mediate a Prenup Agreement?
As experienced family law attorneys and trained mediators, we believe that couples are always better off by jointly determining their relationship circumstances through premarital agreements rather than having outcomes imposed on them by strangers, after the fact. Many clients report that having a clear understanding of their rights and obligations through these agreements reduces any anxiety and enhances the health of the marriage. Clients opt for these agreements for a variety of reasons: many have suffered through an earlier dissolution, have children to protect, or have been affected by the shadow of someone else’s high conflict divorce. They wish to minimize in advance the costs and acrimony of any potential breakup and to secure basic rights and protections. Our experienced San Diego prenup attorney can help you develop a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse that accomplishes all of the objectives.
Unfortunately, most of the time prenuptial agreements are not collaboratively reached and that’s a problem. Typically, one party hires a lawyer to draft the proposal, and the second party reviews it with their counsel and what transpires is that the parties don’t discuss or evaluate their interests in a safe facilitating environment. As mediators, we believe that parties are best served by developing mediated premarital agreements that allow parties to openly discuss the issues in a safe environment, talk about the things they don’t understand, and in the end create agreements that are tailored to fit their family. Once terms are reached, both parties must have independent counsel review the mediated premarital agreement and so they still benefit from the traditional model as well.
Contact our San Diego prenup attorney today at (858) 255-1321 to learn more about how we can help negotiate a prenuptial agreement that meets your needs. Schedule a free prenuptial agreement consultation here.
TOP BENEFITS OF PREMARITAL AGREEMENTS
Keeps Things Fair in the event of Divorce
Premarital agreements help couples decide how to divide assets and debts if they divorce. This includes properties, investments, savings accounts, and debts. Without a premarital agreement, these issues can become highly contentious, resulting in long and costly legal battles. It can also lead to one partner receiving an unfair share of the assets or liabilities.Avoid Arguments About Money
No secret one of the most common causes of arguments in a marriage is money. But with a premarital agreement in place, couples can avoid this potential conflict altogether. Before getting married, couples should discuss their financial expectations and responsibilities to ensure clear communication about money from the start. This can prevent future misunderstandings or disagreements about money and reduce the potential for financial stress in the marriage. Furthermore, the California premarital agreement laws are designed to protect each partner’s individual assets and property in the event of a divorce. This can prevent disputes and bitterness during what is already a difficult time.Prenup Lawyer Client Reviews
Directions to San Diego Prenuptial Attorney
San Diego Prenup Attorney Scott Levin welcomes you to our centrally located office in Scripps Ranch San Diego, CA. To drive to our San Diego office, take the 15 Freeway to Carroll Canyon Road exit. Our San Diego law office is directly off the freeway and there is ample parking available.
Top San Diego Prenup FAQs
Most frequent questions and answers
Yes, a California prenuptial agreement is legally binding so long as the legal requirements are properly executed. The key requirements include a full disclosure of assets, the signing prior to marriage and only after seven days have passed after the final draft is agreed upon, and representation by counsel. It’s crucial for you to find a prenuptial attorney draft o review your California prenup to ensure it’s enforceable.
Approaching the topic of a prenup can be delicate, but it’s important to be honest and open. Marriage can be hard at times and you will need to be open and honest with your partner. Being open and honest during your engagement regarding a prenup is something you should discuss. One way to soften the impact is to express that the goal is to protect both partners, not just yourself. Listen to each other’s concerns and consider consulting a mediator if needed.
Absolutely. Couples can modify or revoke their prenup at any time, provided both parties agree to the changes. A prenup can also include a “sunset clause” which automatically terminates the entire document or withdraws certain clauses as of a particular date. A California prenup is a flexible document that can evolve and change during your marriage.
A lawyer can help craft terms that satisfy the general rules for fairness. An unfair agreement is typically how a prenup is invalidated later on during divorce. This is why it’s so important that you hire a top family law attorney to represent you in the prenuptial agreement negotiations. Find an experienced San Diego lawyer who can offer the right legal advice to draft a prenup that upholds fairness and complies with the legal requirements. Scott Levin is an experienced family law attorney and can represent you to make sure the prenup meets your needs and wants.
Among the most common questions asked is how long does it take to get a prenup? Although Attorney Scott Levin is able to draft a prenup quickly if needed, you should give yourself enough time so the process isn’t rushed. In California, you must sign before the marriage and you have to wait seven (7) days between the final draft being agreed upon before it can be signed. It is common for Mr. Levin to complete a prenup process within one month.