New York City Prenuptial Agreement Attorney
Both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are designed to protect the financial matters of each spouse.
They can be drawn up either before the couple marries or after they marry.
Essentially, they are contracts that clearly define what will happen with each spouses’ property, assets, or debt when the other spouse dies or when a divorce occurs. Though they are helpful in the case of one spouse dying, they are mostly used to divide property after a divorce.
When considering a prenuptial agreement, make sure you have a New York City prenuptial agreement attorney skilled at understanding the fine print. The accuracy of a prenuptial agreement can be vital in the unfortunate event of a divorce. A mistake in the original agreement can make an easy dissolution much more difficult.
Meet Attorney Vivien Stark
Founding Attorney
Vivien Stark is a skilled New York City divorce and family law attorney with over 30 years of experience helping clients navigate complex legal matters. Her practice includes all areas of matrimonial and family law, such as prenuptial and separation agreements, actions for separation, annulment, and both contested and uncontested divorce.
She also handles matters involving child support, custody, visitation, paternity, relocation, orders of protection, and other proceedings in the Family and Supreme Courts of New York City.
Ms. Stark strives to achieve amicable resolutions whenever possible but is fully prepared to advocate aggressively in court when necessary. She proudly represents clients throughout all five boroughs of New York City.
Call Vivien Stark today at (646) 960-8260 to schedule a confidential consultation.
Call an Experienced New York City Prenuptial Agreement Lawyer Today
At the Law Offices of Vivien I. Stark, our experienced New York City divorce attorneys are ready to help you through every step of the divorce process. Whether your case is straightforward or involves complex, high-conflict issues, we have the knowledge and resources to protect your interests and guide you toward a better future. Call us today at (646) 960-8260 or send us an email to schedule a confidential consultation with our dedicated legal team.
What Are the Most Important Planning Tools for People Getting Married?
These planning tools have nothing to do with menus, flower arrangements or wedding venues, but they have everything to do with protecting your future. While you may think prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are only for the wealthy, they are for anybody who wants added assurance that in the event of the end of a marriage, terms regarding assets, debts and property are spelled out. In fact, these agreements date back thousands of years and were used by ancient Egyptians and by Hebrews, for whom this “marriage contract” is called a Ketubah.
Through our vast experience in drafting and reviewing “prenups” and postnuptials, we feel everybody should consider an agreement prior to marriage, especially if you:
- Have children from a prior marriage
- Own a business
- Have heirlooms, investments or property that you owned before the marriage
- Want the comfort of having an understanding about household bills and other payments will be handled
- Want it to be part of your estate plan
Who Should Get a Prenuptial Agreement?
Prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the wealthy. Anyone who is getting or has been married should consider working out a prenuptial agreement. Even if it is just instructions on how your home or savings should be divided up, a clearly defined prenuptial agreement can save time, money, and court dates in the future. When a couple divorces, property is declared as either separate or marital.
Separate property is anything acquired before the marriage or given by a third party solely to one spouse after marriage. Marital property is anything acquired after the marriage. Though it seems that property and assets should fall clearly into one of these black and white categories, that is not always the case. Sometimes property acquired after the marriage should be regarded as separate, but because it is considered marital, it will be subject to equitable division when a couple divorces. Without a prenuptial agreement, the appreciation of separate property can be considered marital property. This issue can easily apply when one spouse owns a house, cooperative apartment or a condominium purchased prior to the marriage that appreciates in value during the marriage. Prenuptial agreements clarify the line of what is separate and what is not to rule out possible disputes.
When considering a prenuptial agreement, many couples may have trouble bringing up the subject with a spouse. After all, marriage is supposed to be forever, right? A prenuptial agreement essentially says, “I want to be with you forever, but just in case…” Obviously, this may be a sensitive matter for some couples to discuss, but it doesn’t have to be.
Prenuptial agreements can be a great conversation that opens up couples’ opinions about what they want from their marriage. It can also help couples better understand their finances and assets, such as retirement accounts and businesses or partnerships.
A New York City prenuptial agreement lawyer can help couples create a prenuptial agreement fair to both spouses, whether in a traditional or same-sex marriage. They can also help couples avoid loopholes and unclear language when drawing up a prenuptial agreement and handle any changes that need to be made in the future if new property is acquired. The end goal of a prenuptial agreement is to smooth out the property division process in the event of a death or divorce without leaving your valuables in the hands of the court.
Testimonials
“Vivien does the work so you get results”
“Family law is a long drawn out ordeal. Vivien cuts through so much of the B.S. She’s often the only one in the room behaving like an adult. You want to get the bickering over and move on with your life. you need Vivien with you, guiding the way and handling the details”
-Jeffrey R.
Read Review Here
“My experience with Vivien and her staff exceeded my expectations.”
“She has 30+ years of experience and is adept at navigating the confusing court system. She responds promptly with professionalism, patience, takes detailed notes so she is always prepared.”
-Trisha K.
Read Review Here
“I highly and enthusiastically recommend Vivien! I am truly so grateful for her.”
“Vivien helped me navigate in an uncertain & unprecedented situation with care, compassion, and with the highest professional quality.”
-Paul A.
Read Review Here
Areas We Serve
Our experienced New York City divorce attorneys proudly serve the following neighborhoods:
Manhattan | Brooklyn | Queens | The Bronx | Staten Island | Upper East Side | Upper West Side | Midtown | Lower Manhattan | Financial District | Tribeca | SoHo | Chelsea | Greenwich Village | East Village | Harlem | Washington Heights | Inwood | Williamsburg | Greenpoint | Bushwick | Park Slope | Dumbo | Downtown Brooklyn | Long Island City | Astoria | Flushing | Forest Hills | Jackson Heights | Riverdale | Fordham | Pelham Bay | St. George | Tottenville | New Dorp | Bay Ridge | Bensonhurst | Coney Island
Call a Skilled New York City Prenuptial Attorney Today
If you are looking to create a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement between you and your spouse, contact the law office of Vivien I. Stark, P.C. today. She is a New York family lawyer with over 30 years of experience across all aspects of family law. She serves the five boroughs of New York City and the surrounding communities. Deeply committed to her clients, she has been recognized by Avvo as a top contributor and top divorce lawyer in New York City with superb ratings.
She is also an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau. Vivian I. Stark works to keep her client’s best interest in mind at all times. She will help you and your spouse clearly understand the value of your property and assets and outline a fair agreement.
To discuss your needs, please contact us online or call us at (212) 349-1600 to schedule an in office or telephone consultation.