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Published August 5, 2023
This Texas-based family law attorney shares need-to-know information about having prenup settlements and what to do in case of divorce.
There are a lot of things to consider when getting married. Aside from a long to-do list for the wedding itself, some paperwork must be done to ensure that the marriage will be legal and binding. One of the documents often left out for consideration is filing for a prenuptial agreement.
A prenuptial agreement can help couples have a clear understanding of what can happen within the marriage and in case it ends up in divorce. According to attorney Michelle O’Neil, Senior Shareholder of O’Neil Wysocki, PC, a Dallas, Texas-based boutique divorce law firm, there are many reasons why having a prenuptial agreement makes sense, which is why it is as important as any other paperwork involved in getting married.
As a lawyer specializing in all aspects of family law, O’Neil has seen numerous topics included within the prenuptial agreement, including setting the roles and expectations of each spouse and handling joint and solo finances, among other things. “I’ve seen people want their prenup to cover relationship issues like frequency of intimacy, weight gain, and how often the mother-in-law can visit,” shared O’Neil.
But what exactly is a prenup agreement for? “The real purpose of a prenup is to address the property and financial matters in the event of a future divorce,” says O’Neil. “It is like an insurance policy if there is ever a divorce.”
According to the family law expert, a prenuptial agreement can save the couple’s relationship regardless of how their marriage ends. It sets the couple’s expectations of each other while together; and if the marriage goes the other way, it can help them come up with a more sensible and agreeable settlement. And if it is the latter, O’Neil advises couples to opt for a family law arbitration instead of a divorce court. “Arbitration provides a flexible concierge system to privately resolve disputes. Plus, it is less formal and intimidating than the court setting but is more efficient and has a more flexible process,” explained O’Neil.
A successful marriage truly depends on the couple’s relationship with each other. While every married couple works hard to make a blissful life together, there will be bumps along the way. Should the marriage fail, couples can always turn to family law experts like the lawyers at O’Neil Wysocki PC to help them navigate their divorce journey.
To know more about prenuptial agreements, divorce settlements, and Texas family law, visit https://www.owlawyers.com/.
About O’Neil Wysocki, PC
O’Neil Wysocki P.C. is a Dallas, Texas-based boutique law firm focused on family law and divorce. Its team has more than 155 years of combined experience in providing the best possible representation for all types of family law and divorce representation to individuals and families across Texas.
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