Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial Agreements to Protect Both Assets and Important Relationships
With the increase in second, and subsequent, marriages and two-career couples, it is more common than ever for couples to talk to a lawyer about a prenuptial agreement before they tie the knot.
At Ciesla & Ciesla, we provide a wide range of legal services to business executives, business owners, and high-income families. Many of our clients have complex concerns that they believe will be addressed by a prenuptial agreement. Therefore, consultation, drafting and review of premarital agreements are among the family law services our firm provides to clients throughout the Chicago area.
If you are considering marriage or remarriage and would like to ensure your financial interests are protected, contact the Northbrook law office of Ciesla & Ciesla to schedule a consultation.
The Many Benefits of a Prenuptial Agreement
The most obvious value of a prenuptial agreement is its ability to shelter assets in the event of a divorce. But there are a number of other benefits beyond the financial ones:
- It can protect the inheritance rights of children from an earlier marriage, smoothing the potentially contentious relationship between children and the new spouse.
- It can give both spouses peace of mind that their financial needs will be met by detailing the financial settlement due to a spouse if there is a divorce.
- It can protect an existing business interest, documenting whether the new spouse will or will not be eligible for a share of the business.
If you would like to learn more about a prenuptial agreement or would like assistance discussing or drafting an agreement with your partner, talk with one of our experienced family law attorneys. Contact Ciesla & Ciesla to schedule a consultation. We assist clients throughout the greater Chicago area, in Cook County, Lake County and DuPage County.
