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How to Ask Your Spouse for a Pre-nuptial Agreement

If you are thinking of getting married, you may or may not have started to think about a pre-nuptial agreement. Whether you currently have something to protect or not, a pre-nuptial agreement is always a good idea.

A pre-nuptial agreement enables couples to enter a marriage with a clear understanding of the expectations during the marriage and in the event the marriage ends. It protects both spouses and should be developed together.

Inviting your spouse to participate in the development of an agreement will help them understand your position and you theirs. Consider a situation where one or both spouses have children from past unions who want to protect assets for their children, or a business owner who has responsibilities to employees and investors.

A pre-nuptial agreement can protect those interests. In the long run, if the union ends, you can avoid ill will and emotional disputes over property because your prenuptial agreement will have set out how those matters will be divided.

You should consult a lawyer to make sure that you address all the issues that need to be included in your agreement. You can also use internet services where you can ask a family law lawyer a legal question online. You can also create your pre-nuptial agreement online or with the assistance of a family law lawyer. If you create your pre-nuptial agreement online, make sure you each get independent legal advice before you sign it.

For more information about pre-nuptial agreements please visit www.myontariodivorce.com or www.bermanbarristers.com.

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