According to the results of a survey conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, over 50 percent of responding attorneys stated that they have noticed an increase in prenuptial agreements among millennials. A prenuptial agreement can be used to protect individuals’ assets should their marriage in end divorce.The president of the organization states that millennials differ from past generations when it comes to how prenuptial agreements are viewed. Millennials tend to view prenuptial agreements as part of a business deal. […]

For some California residents who plan on getting married, the idea of getting prenuptial agreement can be a turnoff. Many see prenups as an indication that a marriage is not likely going to last. However, these agreements can be a useful tool even in a healthy marriage. Parents should talk to their kids about prenuptial agreements before going to college. While this age may seem young, there are many reasons why the teen years could be an acceptable time. Since a typical high schooler has [...]

California residents who have substantial wealth may be concerned about what would happen to that wealth if their children get married and then divorced. The completion of a prenuptial agreement before a marriage can protect financial assets that are intended to remain in the family. When approaching this subject with their adult children, parents should be aware that their children will be required to make a full disclosure of all the assets they own. In some cases, this may be the first time that the [...]