PRENUPTIAL & POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS
(MATRIMONIAL AGREEMENT)
IS A MATRIMONIAL AGREEMENT GOOD FOR YOU?
A matrimonial agreement is a contract establishing a regime of separation of property or modifying or terminate the legal regime that is provided by law. Spouses or potential spouses may enter into matrimonial agreements before or during the marriage as to all matters that are not prohibited by public policy, but usually require a court’s approval. Otherwise, each spouse will own an undivided one-half interest in the community property. If a couple marries in Louisiana or moves to Louisiana, they become subject to Louisiana’s community property law automatically, unless they modify or opt out of the community property regime by entering into a matrimonial agreement, which can set forth different rules to govern their property. The way an asset is titled does not always control whether it is separate or community property either. The source of the funds used to purchase the asset has to be looked at and taken into consideration if there is no matrimonial agreement.
Matrimonial agreements allow for the reunification, termination, or modification of community property.
At Rachel D. Wortham, Attorney at Law, we can help protect individuals and families while mitigating potential conflicts in the event of a divorce. If you want to establish clear guidelines regarding finances, assets, and debts with your spouse, our attorney is here to assist you in creating a robust and enforceable agreement.
Attorney Rachel D. Wortham is dedicated to helping you craft an agreement that meets your needs effectively. For questions or to schedule a consultation, call 318-748-2323 or reach out online.
We proudly serve clients in Bossier Parish, Caddo Parish, Webster Parish, and the surrounding areas.
Please note that this summary is not intended to provide an exhaustive discussion of the law of matrimonial agreements in Louisiana, but it does include essential information and provisions.
Matrimonial agreements allow for the reunification, termination, or modification of community property.
At Rachel D. Wortham, Attorney at Law, we can help protect individuals and families while mitigating potential conflicts in the event of a divorce. If you want to establish clear guidelines regarding finances, assets, and debts with your spouse, our attorney is here to assist you in creating a robust and enforceable agreement.
Attorney Rachel D. Wortham is dedicated to helping you craft an agreement that meets your needs effectively. For questions or to schedule a consultation, call 318-748-2323 or reach out online.
We proudly serve clients in Bossier Parish, Caddo Parish, Webster Parish, and the surrounding areas.
Please note that this summary is not intended to provide an exhaustive discussion of the law of matrimonial agreements in Louisiana, but it does include essential information and provisions.
