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A South Carolina prenuptial contract is a legal arrangement between two a couple clarifying the split of possessions, assets, and obligations during a divorce. Moreover, with a documented prenuptial agreement, the partners can reasonably maintain power over their individual property and allocate marital property (assets obtained during marriage) between them.

Understanding South Carolina Prenuptial Agreement

A prenuptial contract, also popular as an "ante-nuptial" agreement, is an agreement executed between a couple before marriage that specifies the parties' financial preferences should they ever divorce. In addition, a prenuptial contract typically comprises the division of investments, obligations, and spousal help (alimony).

Since a prenup predominantly oversees financial affairs, some individuals think a prenuptial contract is only required for the rich. This argument is shortsighted for many reasons. For instance, a couple starting their married life might not have multiple assets, but over many years of savings and hard work, they may accumulate savings, property, retirement accounts, etc. So notwithstanding the party's financial conditions, a well-drafted prenuptial agreement is beneficial to safeguard financial assets and avoid the uncertainty of putting their future matters into the hands of their attorneys and a magistrate.

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What is the Suitable Way to Draft a Prenuptial Agreement in South Carolina?

A satisfactory financial revelation to the other party is essential for a prenuptial agreement to be enforceable in South Carolina. Hence one partner must never hide any assets from their partner, and doing so could allow the other partner to claim that they were not fully reported at the time of the contract. Below are some tips to follow when executing a South Carolina prenuptial agreement.

  • Allow Your Spouse-to-be to Choose a Lawyer of Their Selection: It is never a good idea to push your partner in one direction or another, and you should never exert any power over the consultation with that attorney.
  • Please Don't Wait Until it's Too Late: The earlier you provide the prenuptial contract to your partner, the more likely everyone will be satisfied and not rush to a conclusion that could open the door for a later dispute that the partner was under pressure. Plus, it lets your spouse understand you are trying to be fair.
  • Hire a Separate Attorney for Yourself: Prenuptial contracts are agreements, and the details incorporated are of utmost significance. Moreover, with so much at stake, it is rational to hire a professional lawyer experienced in family law to prepare the contract.

If you are looking for a reputed lawyer who can help you draft a prenuptial agreement, our experts at Contract Counsel are there to serve you and help you remain guarded against all future claims.

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William Bradley Thomas, or Brad, is a seasoned attorney in South Carolina, offering expert counsel to both emerging and established businesses and individuals. His specialties encompass alcohol licensure, asset protection, business law, Counsel on Call Concierge Legal Service™, estate planning, NFA firearms trusts, legal research, and document review. Brad’s unique approach is informed by his rich experience and diverse background. Not only is he a devoted father to three daughters (Anna, Kate, and Jessica), but he also served as the assistant Oconee County, South Carolina attorney. A pioneer in the local industry, he co-founded Carolina Bauernhaus Brewery & Winery, the state’s first farmhouse brewery and winery. His other roles have included membership in the South Carolina Bar Association’s House of Delegates, a board member of the South Carolina Brewers Guild, and an affiliate member of the same organization. Moreover, Brad is a certified Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green Belt and has accumulated over a decade’s worth of experience conducting onsite audits and financial analyses on domestic and international secured credit transactions, totaling over $5 Billion across diverse industries. With such a comprehensive skill set, Brad can provide sound legal and business advice that can help you manage and expand your business operations effectively. He can assist with selecting and establishing the most appropriate legal entity for your company, securing and retaining federal and South Carolina alcohol licensure, securing company incentives, and drafting, reviewing, and negotiating favorable contracts. All these services are designed to minimize risk and maximize both earnings and tax savings. Brad also offers estate planning services. Recognizing that life’s ups and downs can sometimes distract from ensuring that your loved ones are well taken care of, Brad applies the same legal and business fundamentals to his estate planning practice. These services include the preparation of wills, NFA firearms trusts (gun trusts), power of attorneys, and advance directives. So when your day at the office is over, you can relax, knowing that your business is running smoothly and your family’s future is secure, thanks to a tailored estate plan. If you’re seeking a trusted ally to guide you in business and personal legal matters, contact Brad Thomas at bthomas@scattorneysatlaw.com or review his firms website at www.scattorneysatlaw.com and discover how he can help you confidently navigate and enjoy all aspects of your life!

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Prenuptial Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Mar 21, 2023

Is a prenuptial agreement legally binding?

I am planning to get married and I have been advised to consider a prenuptial agreement to protect my assets in the event of a divorce. However, I am unclear on the legal validity and enforceability of a prenuptial agreement and whether it can be challenged or overturned in court. Therefore, I would like to seek the advice of a lawyer to help me understand the legal implications of a prenuptial agreement and ensure that my interests are protected.

Briana C.

Answered Apr 25, 2023

Judges in most cases honor and enforce (signed and notarized) prenuptial agreements between two spouses as long as both parties entered it freely and voluntarily and with full knowledge of one another financial circumstances, and the agreement is not "unconscionable." A prenuptial agreement may not be enforced if (1) either party signed it under duress or coercion or undue pressure (or, say, the night before the wedding), (2) the party seeking to enforce it did not truthfully and completely disclose their financial information, or (3) enforcing the prenup would leave one spouse so destitute that they could not meet their most basic living expenses (i.e., would be forced onto welfare). In short, the prenuptial agreement will be enforced if (1) all the procedural requirements were met at the time it was signed and (2) the terms are not unconscionable, taking into account the circumstances existing at the time of divorce.

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Prenuptial Agreement

New York

Asked on Mar 29, 2022

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Prenuptial Agreement

Texas

Asked on Apr 15, 2023

Can a prenuptial agreement be challenged in court?

I am recently engaged and am considering entering into a prenuptial agreement with my fiancé. We have differing financial backgrounds and I am concerned that the agreement may not be fair to either of us. I want to understand if a prenuptial agreement can be challenged in court and the conditions under which this could happen.

Nicole P.

Answered May 12, 2023

Texas calls prenuptial agreements "Premarital Agreements". These agreements, just like any other contract, can be challenged in court. A challenge to the agreement does not mean it will be found invalid, however. Surviving a challenge to the premarital agreement is primarily accomplished all the way back to when the agreement is drafted and executed. There are requirements or prohibitions for the agreement terms to be valid, which are too numerous to list here, but can be found in the Texas Family Code, chapter 4. In Texas, no consideration is required, but the Agreement must be in writing, and signed by both parties. It must be free from fraud and duress, and entered into voluntarily. It cannot be unconscionable, and the parties must provide a fair and reasonable disclosure of the property and financial obligations (unless waived). Enforcement of a premarital agreement falls under the Texas Family Code 4.006. Additionally, any provision that would adversely affect the support of children is going to be prohibited. Conservatorship and possession/access (custody and visitation) will always be determined by the Court under the best interest of the children standard, regardless of what may have been put into the agreement. The best way to survive a challenge is to hire a competent attorney to draft the agreement, ensure the agreement complies with the Texas Family Code, provide a fair and reasonable disclosure from both parties, both parties being represented by their own attorney when entering into the agreement, and ensuring the agreement is available for review far in advance of the wedding date.

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Prenuptial Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Apr 21, 2023

How does a prenuptial agreement affect estate planning?

I am getting married soon and I am interested in understanding how a prenuptial agreement would affect my estate planning. I would like to know what steps I should take to ensure that my assets are protected and that my wishes are carried out after I pass away. I am also curious as to how a prenuptial agreement might affect the distribution of my assets to my family members and other beneficiaries.

Briana C.

Answered May 23, 2023

A prenuptial agreement does not create an estate plan. But it can do two things. First, a prenuptial agreement can create a contractual promise on the part of one or both spouses to do something in particular with their estate plan (such as promising to leave the marital home to the surviving spouse, or promising to leave everything they have to the surviving spouse, or promising to set up a trust, etc. etc.). If this contractual promise is broken, the surviving spouse has a contract claim against the estate of the dead spouse. Second, and almost the opposite, in a prenuptial agreement one or both spouses can waive the rights they would otherwise have by statute, thus freeing up the other spouse to do whatever he or she wants with her estate plan. Without a prenuptial agreement, a surviving spouse is entitled by statute to inherit a certain proportion of the estate of the dead spouse (the exact proportion depends on whether or not the dead spouse has a will, and/or has surviving children). The prenuptial agreement can override these statutory rights and provide that the surviving spouse is not entitled to inherit anything from the dead spouse, except for anything the dead spouse may choose to leave the surviving spouse in his or her will.

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Prenuptial Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Mar 21, 2023

How does a prenuptial agreement affect taxes?

As a couple planning to get married, my partner and I are concerned about the tax implications of a prenuptial agreement. We are wondering if entering into a prenuptial agreement will have any impact on our tax obligations or if there are any specific tax considerations that we should be aware of. We are seeking advice from a lawyer who can provide us with guidance on this matter.

Briana C.

Answered Apr 25, 2023

A prenuptial agreement does not in itself affect how taxing authorities will treat the spouses. But it can create promises between the spouses toward one another. For example, it may create a promise to file jointly, or specify that they are making no such promise. And it can create a promise by each spouse to pay the other back for any taxes the other pays on his or spouse's behalf. The decision whether to file jointly or separately does have tax implications with taxing authorities.

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