by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
The main difference between a prenuptial agreement and a postnuptial agreement is the timing of when they are made. A prenuptial agreement is made before a couple gets married, while a postnuptial agreement is made after a couple is already married. Prenuptial...
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
There are many different forms of marital agreements (besides a legally-binding marriage) from common law marriage to civil unions and domestic partnerships. Common Law Marriage Common law marriage, a.k.a. informal marriage or “marriage by habit and repute,” is...
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
Marriage is a legally-binding relationship between two people. In the US, this means the couple now have a number of legal responsibilities and rights, including: Inheriting property from each other Making medical and financial decisions for each other Ability to open...
by designonetest | Jan 24, 2023 | Family Law
According to the Cornell’s Law School Legal Information Institute: “Family law, also referred to as domestic relations in many states, is the broad body of law that covers marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, domestic violence, reproductive rights,...
by designonetest | Nov 8, 2022 | Estate Planning
Even with proper estate planning, disagreements can occur. In these cases, follow these best practices: Hire a mediator This neutral third party can help family members productively work through differences and typically costs less than a legal battle. Liquidate all...