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Premarital Agreement Attorney in California
Planning a life with someone you care deeply about brings excitement, hope, and meaningful conversations about the path ahead. Talking about finances and long term plans can feel delicate, but it also offers a chance to build clarity and confidence as you prepare for your future together.
At Olsen Family Law, we view premarital agreements as an investment in stability and mutual understanding. We offer a calm, private setting where you can speak openly about expectations, protect what matters to each of you, and create an agreement that honors your intentions while meeting California’s requirements.
A prenuptial agreement is helpful for couples entering marriage with savings, a home, expected inheritances, or business interests. It also creates clarity when partners have different incomes, debt levels, or financial habits.
A premarital agreement attorney supports conversations that might otherwise feel uncomfortable, helping both partners express concerns and agree on terms that feel balanced. A prenuptial agreement attorney at Olsen Family Law turns these discussions into clear, thoughtful plans that support long-term stability.
Who Might Benefit From a Prenuptial Agreement?
A premarital agreement or prenuptial agreement is a written contract future spouses sign before marriage. It outlines how property, income, debt, business interests, and financial expectations will be handled during the relationship and if it ends later.
The state of California requires clear disclosure, voluntariness, and proper timing, including the seven-day rule before signing. A premarital agreement attorney at Olsen Family Law guides you through each step so your document reflects fairness and follows state requirements.
What Is a Premarital Agreement in California?
What Can a Prenuptial Agreement Cover?
A California prenuptial agreement can address many financial and property questions, including:
● Rights to homes, retirement accounts, and investment property
● How to treat income or debt acquired during the marriage
● How to handle family businesses, professional practices, or start-ups
● Whether spousal support will be limited, waived, or preserved
● How certain assets are kept separate versus shared
● How to classify and divide stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or other equity-based compensation
It cannot decide child custody or child support in advance. Those decisions are made later based on children’s best interests under California law.
Types of Premarital Matters We Handle
We help protect ownership interests in companies, professional practices, stocks, and real estate while keeping the prenuptial agreement clear and workable for both partners.
High-Asset or Business-Focused Agreements
Agreements Involving Children From Prior Relationships
A premarital agreement attorney can structure terms that respect existing support obligations and protect inheritances for children from previous relationships.
Debt and Income Imbalance Planning
When one partner carries more debt or significantly higher income, a prenuptial agreement attorney helps map out fair and realistic financial arrangements.
Revisions and Postmarital Agreements
If you already have a premarital agreement, or married without one, we can review, update, or create agreements that reflect your current circumstances and values.
A Premarital Agreement Attorney Who Keeps the Conversation Calm
Conversations about prenups can feel sensitive, especially when you care deeply about each other and do not want conflict before the wedding. At Olsen Family Law, we focus on calm, respectful dialogue. Your premarital agreement attorney guides you through every topic step by step so both of you feel heard, informed, and supported.
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Yes, prenups can be enforceable if they follow California’s rules under the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act. That includes full financial disclosure, voluntary signing, and following timing rules, including the seven-day waiting period before signing the final draft. A premarital agreement attorney builds your agreement around these requirements so it has a stronger chance of being upheld.
Are prenups enforceable in the state of California?
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The state of California strongly encourages each partner to have their own prenuptial agreement attorney when signing a prenuptial agreement. Independent counsel helps show that both people understood the terms and were not pressured. If one person chooses not to hire a lawyer, they usually sign a written waiver. Olsen Family Law explains these options clearly so each partner feels protected and informed.
Do both partners need their own lawyer?
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A premarital agreement can address property ownership, responsibility for debts, spousal support, and how to treat future income or inheritances. It can also address how a family business or professional practice would be handled if the marriage ends. It cannot decide future child custody or support. Your premarital agreement attorney will help you decide what belongs in the document and what should be left for later if needed.
What topics can a premarital agreement cover?
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It is best to speak with a premarital agreement attorney several months before the wedding. The state of California’s seven-day rule means each partner needs time with the final document before signing. Starting early gives you space to ask questions, talk through options, and work with a prenuptial agreement attorney without last-minute pressure interfering with your wedding planning.
When should we start talking to a lawyer about a prenup?
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No. Many couples see a prenuptial agreement as a planning tool, similar to life insurance or an estate plan. It can actually reduce arguments about money by making expectations clear in advance. A premarital agreement attorney helps you explain to your partner that the goal is fairness, clarity, and protection for both of you.
Does asking for a prenuptial agreement mean I expect the marriage to fail?
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Yes. If you already signed a prenuptial agreement or never created a premarital agreement, you can sign a postmarital agreement later. These documents work similarly but are signed after the wedding instead of before. Your prenuptial agreement attorney can review your current situation and suggest updates that match your present stage of life.
Can we update our agreement after we are married?
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You and your partner deserve clear plans that protect both of you and still honor the heart of your relationship. A premarital agreement attorney at Olsen Family Law will guide the conversation with care while helping you build a prenuptial agreement that fits your goals and your values. Let’s talk about how thoughtful planning today can support a stronger, more honest marriage tomorrow.
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