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Can I Update a Prenuptial Agreement After Marriage?

Many couples sign prenuptial agreements before marriage to clarify financial rights and obligations. However, life circumstances change, and you may wonder if your prenuptial agreement can be updated after marriage. 

In New York, prenuptial agreements can be modified after marriage, but specific legal steps must be followed to ensure...

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How is Unconscionability Proven in Divorce Cases?

In divorce cases, courts strive to ensure that marital agreements and settlements are fair and reasonable. However, when one party claims that an agreement is unconscionable, the court may intervene to determine if the terms are unjust. Unconscionability refers to a situation where an agreement is so one-sided that it shocks...

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Do Prenups Override State Marital Property Laws?

A prenuptial agreement allows couples to set financial terms for their marriage and potential divorce. Many people wonder, however, whether a prenup overrides state marital property laws. The answer depends on the agreement's terms, enforceability, and state-specific legal requirements.

New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning that...

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How to Discuss a Prenup Without Conflict

Imagine you’re happily engaged and planning a future together when the thought of a prenuptial agreement pops up. How do you bring up that conversation with your partner without awkwardness or hurt feelings? 

Many couples fear that even mentioning a prenup could spoil the romance or signal distrust. It’s...

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A Guide to New York’s Equitable Distribution Laws

Dividing property during a divorce is one of the most important financial aspects of the process. In New York, marital property is divided according to the rules of equitable distribution. Unlike in community property states, where assets are split 50/50, New York’s approach aims to divide property fairly based on several...

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