Preparing For Marriage

When you and your partner start to think about entering into a marriage, the first thing you probably think about is the wedding. After all, it’s such a fun and exciting occasion; but getting prepared can also be an immense amount of work. As you start preparing for marriage, take some time to talk to a qualified family law attorney about setting yourselves up right. With accurate information and effective legal counsel, we’re here for you.

Ready to make a plan? Call us at the law office of Charles & Concilio, P.C. in Cos Cob, CT. We can help you to understand each of your options, including the development of a prenuptial agreement, which sets a few ground rules before entering into such an important partnership. If it is time to talk about your family’s future, give us a call; we can be your guide.

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Prenuptial Agreements Are There For A Reason

Starting a marriage is all about love, right? Well, there’s often more to the story than just the storybook start. If you two have decided to set some ground rules before entering into your partnership, ask whether a prenuptial agreement is your next step. These offer a way forward for both of you that establishes certain things that are important in a legal sense. That often means finances, but money is not all that an effective prenuptial agreement can contain.

Prenuptial agreements, or prenups, can be a way to establish some clarity in how you two are planning to operate. This can reduce tension between partners and sometimes, they can also help families to feel a little more confident in adding a new member. Here in our state, they are an important tool for couples, so when you’re preparing for marriage, think about whether a prenup could be a positive.

Your Finances Are Connected In Marriage

When you and your partner decide that you want to enter into a marriage, it’s a significant step not only for your relationship, but your finances, as well. Here in Connecticut, we are an “all property” state, meaning that even if you acquired an asset before the marriage, it’s still subject to financial division during divorce. And in our state, we use a concept known as “equitable distribution” to do that. When you’re preparing for marriage, talk to your family law attorney about what this means for you.