William M. Ordway
Premarital Agreements
Prenuptial agreements, also called premarital agreements are becoming more common. For couples just starting out, a prenuptial agreement is not usually indicated since, in most cases there is no property. But for some engaged couples a prenuptial agreement is vital to protect previous assets such as an inheritance, trust fund, stock options, retirement accounts, and real estate.
In Georgia when a couple gets divorced, property is divided in a equitable manner. For a prenuptial agreement that will be upheld in court, the parties must be open and forth-coming with information. Both parties must sign the agreement without coercion or duress. Both parties should have legal counsel to ensure that the agreement is properly executed and witnessed. The agreement is more likely to be upheld in a divorce action if that should occur.
These guidelines are the same for post-nuptial agreements, meaning that both parties should have legal representation for the protection of individual property. William Ordway has been drafting such agreements for over sixteen years, and has successfully litigated the enforceability of such agreements in Court. He will ensure that your agreement incorporates all elements necessary to be upheld and to be enforceable.
