Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

How does a prenup protect you?

Accepted Answer

A prenup offers an array of financial benefits and protections and is a great way to safeguard your assets acquired both before and during your marriage. 
Couples can include the following provisions regarding marital property division as a part of their prenup agreement: 
Each party’s rights and obligations regarding property, especially property owned by one party prior to the marriage 
Division of property if the parties separate or divorce—for example, a beach house that can be rented or leased by one spouse, while the other is still able to vacation there 
Spousal support modification or elimination, including short-term, long-term, or no payments 
Wills and trusts and how they might impact the prenup 
Rights or ownership of life insurance policy benefits 
Any state laws that will govern the agreement 
Any other issue that doesn't violate public policy or a criminal statute—for example, where the couple would live or raise their children

Question 2

Can a prenup protect children from a prior marriage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a prenuptial agreement can help assure that children from a prior marriage will be financially provided for as intended by their parent.

Question 3

Do prenup agreements cover alimony?

Accepted Answer

In many states, your agreement can include provisions to establish, limit or eliminate alimony in the event of a divorce.

Question 4

What’s the difference between a contested and uncontested divorce?

Accepted Answer

An uncontested divorce is when you and your spouse want to get a divorce and you agree on all significant issues, including the division of property and debts, spousal and child support and child custody. A contested divorce is when you and your spouse can’t resolve disagreements regarding these types of issues.

Question 5

How do I divorce a spouse I can’t find?

Accepted Answer

If you can’t find your spouse despite your best efforts, you can still get a divorce. You'll need court approval to publish notice of your intent to divorce your spouse in the local newspaper. If your spouse doesn't respond to your service by publication, you can proceed to finalizing your divorce by default.

Question 6

Do I need to complete a lot of divorce forms?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in most states there are many forms to complete. If your divorce is uncontested, we'll complete all state-specific documents for both spouses.