postnuptial agreement

Understanding Postnuptial Agreements

A postnuptial agreement, also known as a “postnup,” is a contract entered into after marriage that outlines the division of marital assets in the event of a divorce. Unlike prenuptial agreements, which are signed before marriage, postnuptial agreements can be executed at any time during the marriage. Postnuptial agreements offer similar protections as prenuptial agreements,…

Protecting Your Pet in a Divorce

Despite pets being a loving and integral member of families, the law has not caught up with this view, and still sees pets as property. But because pets are such an integral part of families, during a divorce, it can be a “custody” battle over your pet that causes a lot of disagreement and friction.…

What Happens When a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement is Invalidated in Massachusetts

Both prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements can be valuable tools for spouses. It can give guidance regarding the division of assets and support in the event of a divorce or a spouse’s death. It gives some predictability and certainty, which is not always guaranteed in the circumstances of a divorce in which there is neither…

Postnuptial Agreements

Dear Clients and Friends, Properly executed pre-nuptial agreements have been enforceable for sometime in the state of Massachusetts. These agreements are entered into between the couple before they are married to protect assets each party had at the time of marriage. Here are Amaral & Associates, P.C., we prepare pre-nuptial agreements on a regular basis…