Marital Agreement Lawyers in Centennial
Effective Legal Assistance for Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements in Arapahoe County
Marital agreements, whether created before or after a marriage takes place, are written contracts between spouses that outline how assets and other financial matters will be handled in the event of divorce or death. While that may not sound very romantic, these agreements can provide financial certainty for couples and even strengthen trust and emotional bonds in the face of the uncertainties that can arise should the marriage fail or end.
The Law Office of Alexandra White, PC can provide effective legal help in creating your prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. Our firm is well-versed in the legal requirements necessary to make your agreement enforceable. We can help you negotiate the terms of your contract and draft it into a legal document designed to stand up in court.
Schedule a free consultation with one of our Centennial marital agreement attorneys at (303) 647-4245.
Marital Agreements in Arapahoe County
Marital agreements in Colorado must follow certain rules in order to be valid and enforceable.
These rules include:
- The agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties
- The agreement must be created without pressure or duress on either party
- The parties have been given time and access to their own separate attorneys in order to thoroughly understand what is being agreed to
- If a party does not access an attorney, he or she signs a Notice of Waiver, waiving the right
- A fair, accurate, and complete disclosure of all assets, property, and debts is made by both parties
- The agreement is not excessive or unreasonable nor does it violate public policy
Such agreements are especially beneficial to individuals bringing large or complicated assets or considerable debt into a marriage, including retirement accounts, businesses, and business interests, as well as those with children from previous marriages. These agreements can outline how such assets and debts will be assigned and distributed, can ensure that children from previous marriages retain specific inheritance rights, can specify the matter of spousal support, and specify other financial responsibilities and rights. Certain issues cannot be specified, such as child custody or child support matters, and should not be included.
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Kevin D Murphy was my lawyer for my divorce which was very very complicated and multifaceted more so than your average divorce. He is very professional and is able to break down complicated legal jargon into a single comprehensible format. Mr. Murphy always showed up on time and professionally dressed. He always kept me updated me as soon as he got new information in the divorce. A divorce is a very long and stressful ordeal. Mr. Murphy took the stress out of the entire situation and had my back at every point in the divorce. I was able to call and or email him 24-7 365 with any questions comments or concerns always promptly replied to the phone call or email with all the information I needed and then some. Mr. Murphy was an advocate for me and my children and facilitated the best possible outcome of the divorce. Mr. Murphy sent me a well documented monthly invoice with all of the fees associated which always checked out. He was worth every penny, and also is a pleasure to be around he's very charismatic and very experienced. To list a few of the items that Mr Murphy did are as follows.
1. He sat down with me and took the time to establish my sworn financial statement that a corporate accountant could go through with a fine-tooth comb.
2. He set up a private investigator.
3. He helped triangulate between child support payments and the payment registry as well as triangulate with the child support enforcement office technician.
4. He recommended and gave excellent tax advice for the fiscal year of which we got divorced which was very complicated.
5. He triangulated with CPS caseworker and local sheriff's involved.
6. Here ran background checks on Associated individuals involved.
7. He was able to pull from all of the information I had given him and extract what he needed to write very professional legal documents.
These are just some of the skills that mr. Murph has. His attention to detail is amazing he caught things that I totally missed. If you are going through a divorce I would personally and only recommend Kevin D Murphy he is a multi-tasker extraordinaire and truly a subject matter expert at what he does. He has improved me and my children's quality of life significantly and alleviated the stress out of the whole entire situation.- Anonymous -
The Team at the Law Office of Alexandra White, hands down, was the best expierence I have had considering the circumstances. Having used other Attorneys in the past, the professionalism was FAR greater with Alex and her Team. The amount of communication, preperation and clairity provided every step of the way reassured me that they had my case handeled. On top of all that, we won walking out with confidence and pride!- Brooke C.
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Krista Beauchamp and her Associates helped me through the probate and estate planning process during one of the worst times of my life. I highly recommend them as one of the best Probate and Estate Planning Law Firms.- Cynthia D.
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Thank you so very much for your hard work and dedication throughout this process. I truly appreciate it!- Mayra M.
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Michael Cheroutes, Jr. negotiated a “Miracle ” settlement for me with exceptional skill and instinct. I am beyond thrilled with the outcome of my divorce and I highly recommend Michael to negotiate your divorce.
Michael was willing to really listen to me:
I had spoken to dozens of attorneys and had even hired a divorce firm, before I was referred to Michael, but they all failed to put in the initial time and energy into fully understanding and comprehending what I was saying about my case. Great lawyers know the value of listening and Michael put in the energy and passion up front, at our initial consultation, that allowed him to extract and analyze the relevant facts he needed to recommend a plan.
Michael knows the Law and is a stellar communicator:
Great lawyers don’t allow their clients to go down expensive rabbit holes. Michael explained clearly what will work and what I needed to focus on. His guidance allowed me to identify what documents and evidence I needed to collect to assist him with my case while saving me money. Michael’s communication with the opposing counsel was genius; he ignored the counsel’s reputation and my dire warnings about him and developed his own professional, strategic and healthy skeptical relationship with him that paid off handsomely for me in the end.
Michael is smart and creative:
Great Lawyers use their knowledge and creativity to craft solutions that I never even realized were possible. Michael approached my case and new information with an open mind and tailored creative solutions to any and all obstacles despite me telling him that my prior attorney said this or that couldn’t be done. We hit one big, tall, unbreakable brick wall and I was in despair what to do. Michael used perfect judgement in determining that the Wall was not worth climbing but instead used it as a negotiating tool where it mattered most and served me best.
Michael is a Great negotiator:
When it came time for mediation Michael helped me prepare and talked with me at length about what to expect which calmed me. Michael summed up my case to the mediator with stunning accuracy and compassion. He had developed a legal and moral argument of why my offer was truly the only fair and equitable outcome. It was remarkable to witness and moved me to tears to realize not only had Michael been listening to me all along but that he really believed in my case and that it mattered to him enough to be well prepared and organized when it was crunch time. The mediator agreed with his argument and I assume she helped opposing counsel agree as well because I received more then I dreamed was possible on the first offer. I was elated with the results and the papers were signed that day!
Great lawyers know how how to prepare effective, clear and well-reasoned legal documents:
As awesome as mediation went I had no idea how important the “boiler plate” legal document, memorializing our agreement was going to be. The first draft written by opposing counsel depressed me and I truly didn’t feel comfortable signing it - there were way too many “what if’s” left out. I expressed my concerns to Michael who told me not to worry and that he still had to review it. The next version, which Michael edited, was effective, clear and well reasoned and addressed every one of my concerns eliminating all my “what if’s”.
A Great Lawyer assembles a great team around him:
Michael and his para-legal Laura, were proactive and in constant communications keeping me updated and informed. I was so grateful to have such a caring and knowledgeable team assisting me during one of the most difficult and dark times in my life. Their passion for serving others was contagious and refreshing. Michael and Laura’s commitment to making things a “little bit better for me” have and will make a dramatic and positive impact on the rest of my life.- Cassandra -
I wanted to share a final note of gratitude, as Mike has been an incredible asset in resolving my contentious case. His unwavering attention to detail and dedication to advocating for his client’s best interests are truly unmatched. I’m beyond grateful to finally bring this chapter to a close and look forward to moving ahead peacefully. Sending positive thoughts and hope for the future.
- Carrie