Category Archives: Prenuptial Postnuptial Agreements
When Should You Consider a Postnuptial Agreement in Maryland?
Marriage does not always unfold exactly as planned. Changes in finances, family responsibilities, or personal circumstances can prompt spouses to think more carefully about how assets and obligations would be handled if the marriage ended. At Fanning Law, La Plata postnuptial agreement attorney William C. Fanning Jr. works with individuals and couples who want… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland Prenuptial/Postnuptial Agreements
The idea of a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is off-putting for many Maryland couples. There is still a stigma associated with such agreements as planning for divorce” with respect to the marriage. But having a prenup (or postnup) is really about ensuring the financial security of both parties as well as other family members… Read More »
How Can a Prenuptial Agreement Affect My Maryland Inheritance Rights as a Married Person?
When most people hear the phrase “prenuptial agreement,” they immediately think about divorce. But prenuptial (and post-nuptial) agreements are also commonly used to define the inheritance rights of spouses when one of them dies. Under Maryland law, the surviving spouse has the right to claim an “elective share” of their deceased spouse’s estate. This… Read More »