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Pre-Nuptial Agreements

Columbus Lawyer: Prenuptial Agreements

Marriage has significant legal and economic ramifications. As you and your fiancé prepare to enter into that commitment, it is wise to consider the benefits of a prenuptial agreement, especially if it is a second marriage or if you have significant pre-marital assets. An antenuptial agreement ('prenup") is not only for the wealthy, but also recommended for those in a number of other situations. As a family law attorney, I assist clients with complex or large non-marital assets to quantify and value their pre marital assets in order to protect the assets for later generations, such as children from a prior marriage. If you would like to discuss your situation with me, please contact my office to arrange a free phone consultation.

Prenuptial agreements should be considered when:

  • One party has a child/children from a prior relationship.
  • One party has, prior to marriage, accumulated significant retirement assets, investments or other individual property.
  • One party brings to the marriage an ownership interest in a professional practice or closely held company, or is a partner in a business or professional association. A prenup will assist in protecting the business interests for future generations.

Make sure your prenup will hold up in Ohio courts

A critical element in preparing a prenuptial agreement is full disclosure. As your lawyer, I will carefully examine all financial statements and account histories ensuring that all assets are accurately represented and that the terms of the agreement comply with Ohio law.

If you are engaged or are considering marriage and would like to discuss the benefits of a prenuptial agreement, please call (614) 461-5708 or e-mail my Columbus, Ohio, office for a free consultation. I accept credit cards, and I meet with clients at out-of-office locations on evenings and weekends. As your attorney, I will see that you have all of the information you need to make good decisions and proceed with confidence.

Dirk D. Winkler, Columbus, Ohio, Family Law Attorney