by Shawn Weber | Jul 15, 2024 | For Professionals, Prenuptial Agreement, Relationships
Hey there! Let’s take a deep dive into the world of premarital agreements in California, specifically focusing on the crucial aspect of disclosure. Whether you’re thinking about getting a prenup or just curious about how they work, this is a vital topic to understand....
by Shawn Weber | Feb 7, 2019 | Prenuptial Agreement
California Prenuptial Agreement Rules Are Strict I have seen A LOT of malpractice by otherwise supposedly competent lawyers in the area of prenuptial agreements. The California law for prenuptial agreements is fairly strict for what will pass muster and what will be...
by Shawn Weber | Jul 6, 2017 | Prenuptial Agreement, Relationships
Our friends at ClosetBox just posted a great piece with 8 expert tips for couples thinking of living together. The author, Brittany Anas, was kind enough to include my expert tip, which was to be sure and have a cohabitation agreement. At least in California, the...
by Shawn Weber | Oct 24, 2013 | Attorneys, divorce, Marriage, Prenuptial Agreement, Relationships
In my law practice, I am a fan of prenuptial agreements. It is interesting to see them on the rise among women. That must indicate that women are becoming more and more financially well off prior to marriage, necessitating a document to protect their assets. I also...
by Shawn Weber | Jan 20, 2012 | Finances, Marriage, Prenuptial Agreement, Relationships
The author in this article presents a very interesting take on fidelity in marriage. The idea of “financial fidelity” is a good one. So many of my divorce clients arive at the decision to end their marriages over money issues. As a divorce professional,...
by Shawn Weber | May 2, 2011 | divorce, Finances, Marriage, Prenuptial Agreement, Property, Real Estate, Spousal Support
Kate and William have no prenup! I don’t know how things work in Britain, but according to California law, any assets currently owned by William or later to be inherited would be his separate property and not subject to division in the event of a divorce anyway....
by Shawn Weber | Feb 15, 2011 | Prenuptial Agreement
This article on Huffington Post has some excellent points about the modern prenup. I believe that the prenup conversation forces couples to discuss their money and expectations PRIOR to getting married. To me, that makes for a better marriage. If you can’t...
