Personable Lawyer in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica, California
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Marriage is a serious undertaking. You are taking a vow to share every aspect of your life with someone for as long as you both shall live. It is only prudent to consider the worst case scenario and be prepared for it before you take the plunge. Along with personal guidance from your family and friends, and spiritual directions from your priest of minister, you need an attorney to help you and give your legal advice about your new rights and responsibilities.
At the Law Office of Vimala D. Nowlis, in Century City, I provide a high level of personal service and attention to my clients, men and women, throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, handling all matters related to pre-marital and post-marital agreements.
I started my own practice in 2002 so that I can devote my full attention to the needs of my clients. As a sole practitioner, I work directly with you at all times, helping you save time and money by avoiding duplicate works and eliminate the possibility of miscommunication.
To set up an initial consultation to discuss how you can benefit from a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, contact my office or call me at 310-598-7375.
Strengthening Your Relationship With a Prenuptial Agreement
If you are coming into a marriage with substantial assets and are concerned about protecting your rights, or if you have children from a previous marriage and want to make certain their inheritance rights are protected, a prenuptial agreement can ease your fears.
"There is nothing new under the sun." So said the wise Solomon. Prenuptial agreements are the new incarnation of the old marriage contract. However, it used to be the parties' parents who negotiate the bride price and the dowry and how they should be paid and used. Now, it's the couple themselves who negotiate the property rights and responsibilities. Once all the financial and worldly concerns are laid to rest, you can enjoy your nuptial without worries and enter your marriage with peace of mind.
I can help you negotiate, draft and execute a prenuptial agreement that meets the California legal standard. We all must have car insurance, but it does not mean that we intent to have an accident and claim the insurance. A prenuptial agreement must not promote divorce. It only identifies the parties' financial entitlements in the marriage. With money worries set aside, the couple can devote their attention to the emotional health of their marriage. When both parties are in love and on friendly terms, it is very likely we can reach an agreement that is fair and equitable to both parties. If there are stepchildren involved, knowing your legal relationship and responsibilities can also help your new family begin its life together in harmony.
In addition, knowing something about the legal characterization of property - community, quasi-community, and separate property - will help you manage your property more effectively throughout the marriage. Whether your assets involves a financial investment, personal business, real estate, or other property, being married has an impact on your assets. Knowing this will allow you to make informed investment and transmutation decisions with an understanding of the personal and financial ramifications.
Protecting Your Interests Throughout Your Marriage
If you had entered your marriage without a prenuptial agreement, do not worry, you can enter into a postnuptial agreement which will provide you the same protection and peace of mind.
As the years pass, your financial circumstances will likely change, hopefully for the better. It will be wise for you to periodically review your prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, so it continues to reflect your circumstances as individuals and as a couple. And also ensure that it continue to meet the California legal standard.
Contact My Office
To set up an appointment for an initial consultation, contact my office or call me at 310-598-7375. My office is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. I am located behind Westfield Shopping Town, in Century City. I accept Visa and MasterCard.