Scottsdale Prenuptial Agreement Attorneys

A premarital contract protects Scottsdale, AZ couples in case of divorce

Creating a premarital agreement might not be the most romantic thing to do before your wedding, but it is a practical way to protect the financial futures of both you and your spouse-to-be. A prenuptial agreement can shield your assets, play a role in your estate plan and streamline divorce. If you want to draft a legal agreement before marriage or have been asked to sign one, contact the Scottsdale prenuptial agreement attorneys at Clark & Schloss Family Law, P.C. to make sure the contract accomplishes your goals.

How is a prenuptial agreement created in Arizona?

Under Section 25-202 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, a prenuptial agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. Each future spouse should have his or her own lawyer review the document before it’s signed.

The most common situation in which people create prenuptial agreements is when one spouse has accumulated substantial wealth — or substantial debts — before marriage. There are many benefits to a premarital agreement, including:

  • Defining community property. Arizona is a community property state, meaning that assets acquired during the marriage are divided equitably in a divorce. A prenuptial agreement helps identify your premarital property so it will not be treated as community property in a divorce.
  • Reducing conflict. During a divorce, emotions run high. A prenuptial agreement allows you to make important decisions when you are in a cooperative frame of mind.

What issues can a premarital agreement address?

Under Section 25-203 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, a premarital agreement can address:

  • The parties’ rights in relation to any asset that either party owns
  • The parties’ right to buy, sell or use any asset
  • How the assets will be divided in the event of separation, divorce or death
  • The terms — or even the elimination — of spousal support, or alimony
  • The making of a will or trust to carry out the provisions of the premarital agreement
  • The right to the benefits of a life insurance policy
  • Any other matter that does not violate public policy or a criminal statute

A premarital agreement helps you anticipate and settle matters that are likely to come up should a divorce happen. The prenuptial agreement attorneys at Clark & Schloss Family Law, P.C. will help you draft an agreement that accomplishes your goals.

Schedule a consultation with a Scottsdale prenuptial agreement lawyer

For help drafting or reviewing a premarital agreement, call Clark & Schloss Family Law, P.C., a prenuptial agreements lawyer in Scottsdale, AZ at 602-789-3497 or contact us online to arrange a ;consultation. Our office is just off Highway 101, on Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd in Scottsdale, and we offer flexible hours.