The Legal Side of Love

Getting married is one of life’s great milestones. It’s a time filled with excitement, meticulous planning, and unbridled optimism about the future. While your love for each other is what led to the decision to get married, taking some legal steps—like prenuptial agreements and estate planning—can help you create a stress-free future focused solely on your marriage and mutual goals.

A prenuptial agreement (prenup) is often thought of as something that only famous actors consider. In reality, it’s a practical tool for couples who want to create clear expectations in the event of divorce, protect assets, and outline everything from property division to spousal support. This creates peace of mind and certainty from the outset of the relationship. If you are considering marriage and have significant assets (or even debt), a prenup is something to consider.

Even if you don’t want to pursue a prenup, estate planning is critical action for every couple. If you want to ensure that your partner will be taken care of if something happens to you, then setting up a will, a trust, powers of attorney, and updating your beneficiary designations are all essential. Without proper estate planning, your assets may not get to your spouse, which can add unnecessary stress to an already difficult situation.

Marriage is about your mutual love and commitment to one another, but taking some simple steps now can help provide clarity and protect each of you in the event of the unforeseen. If you need assistance with a prenuptial agreement or estate plan, contact the experienced attorneys of Wright Beamer at 248.477.6300.