You and your partner agreed to a prenup before the wedding. Now you're wondering—will it actually hold up if it's ever challenged in court? It's a fair question and one we hear often at Aiello & DiFalco. The answer depends on how the agreement was made and whether a judge finds it...
Category: Prenuptial Agreements

How to Prepare for a Prenup Meeting with Your Lawyer
When you're planning a wedding, there's a lot to be excited about—celebrations, travel plans, family gatherings. But amid the fun, it's also wise to have clear conversations about your future. For many couples in New York, that means sitting down to create a prenuptial agreement.
If you’ve scheduled...

How Millennials Are Redefining Prenuptial Agreements
It wasn’t long ago that prenuptial agreements were considered taboo—something only the wealthy or distrustful pursued. But times have changed. Today, more engaged couples are approaching marriage with open conversations about money, independence, and what it means to plan. Many of them are Millennials, and they’re reshaping how prenuptial agreements are...

Non-Disclosure Agreements in New York Divorces
Divorce is often an intensely personal experience, yet in many cases, financial and personal details become part of public court records. This can be concerning, particularly for individuals with significant assets, business interests, or a public reputation. In New York, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) offer a way to protect sensitive information during...

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...

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...

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...

Prenuptial Agreements for Business Owners: Safeguarding Your Enterprise
As a business owner, you would never sign a contract that put your company at risk. But that is exactly what happens when you say “I do.” without a prenuptial agreement in place.
Under New York law, getting married can turn your life partner your business partner unless...

Navigating Second Marriages: The Role of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
We no longer live in a world where high school sweethearts get married the summer after graduation and stay together for 60 years. Most couples include at least one partner who has been in a serious, long-term relationship before.
There may be parts of you or your soon-to-be spouse’s...

Protecting Intellectual Property
Intellectual property (IP) is a valuable asset for creatives and innovators—artists, writers, musicians, inventors, and entrepreneurs. Whether it's a book, a painting, a patent, or a thriving business idea, these creations often represent years of work, financial investment, and personal passion.