In the past, premarital agreements received a negative social stereotype. They were seen as documents that essentially assumed that a marriage would come to an end. The party who wanted a prenuptial agreement was viewed as being selfish and not fully invested in the relationship. Fortunately, times have changed and these documents are becoming recognized for the system of organization that they truly are.

At Barberi Law, our family law team members can answer your questions regarding prenuptial agreements, antenuptial agreements, and postnuptial agreements. Individuals typically have several concerns, including:

  • I’m not rich; why do I need a prenuptial agreement?
  • What should I include in a prenuptial agreement?
  • My wedding is in two weeks and she wants me to sign a prenup. What should I do?
  • Can you represent both parties in the drafting and signing of a prenup?

These and many more questions are addressed in a book written by Joseph Barberi. The book, The Divorce Book: What Every Michigan Married Man or Woman Needs to Know…and 5 Things That Can Sink Your Divorce Case, has been specifically written to answer questions regarding your rights and the legal process involved in a divorce. No matter your situation, we encourage you to contact our office staff. We will mail you Mr. Barberi’s book free of charge, and you can schedule a consultation with staff at our office if you believe that would be helpful to you.

Michigan Prenuptial, Postnuptial, and Antenuptial Agreement Lawyers

  • What is the difference between a prenuptial and postnuptial agreement?
    In short, a prenuptial agreement is made before the parties marry and details assets that are being brought into the marriage, whereas a postnuptial agreement is made after the parties have married and lists assets that the parties agree will be split up, according to this agreement, if they divorce. 
  • Are there certain requirements that must be met to make a prenuptial agreement valid?
    There are several requirements that must be met, including that the agreement be in writing and signed by both parties, there is a witness to the signing, there is a complete disclosure of each party’s assets, and there is no evidence of duress or undue influence. It is also a good idea to have the document drafted and signed well in advance of the wedding, so it does not appear as a last-minute coercion. The better practice is to have both parties represented by their own attorneys during the drafting process.

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If you have questions regarding marital agreements, we encourage you to contact Barberi Law. We will send you Mr. Barberi’s book free of charge, which details many of the issues and concerns that other clients have had when it comes to splitting up assets during a divorce. If you would like to schedule a consultation to discuss your specific situation, call (989) 546-7124, or complete our online contact form.

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