Pensacola Marital Agreement Attorney

Addressing the Complex Issues Related to Premarital and Post Marital Agreements in Escambia County

In today’s uncertain world, more and more engaged couples are making the choice to create a prenuptial agreement to protect assets acquired prior to the marriage. Many married couples are also creating postnuptial agreements, contracts that determine the division of assets in the event of a divorce. Both forms of agreements can vary widely and can be complicated depending on the assets and issues you and your spouse wish to address. Having an experienced attorney by your side can be helpful in ensuring that all your concerns are addressed and that the agreement is sound and legally binding.

At the law firm of Michael J. Griffith, P.A., we understand the sensitive nature of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. We also understand how important these agreements have become in today’s world and work to provide the personalized support you need to understand the process of creating and enforcing your agreement. Our Escambia County premarital agreement attorneys possess more than 40 years of combined experience, allowing us to offer guidance to couples with even the most complicated agreements, including those involving high assets and business ownership.

Premarital or Post-Marital Issues? Call 850-495-7977 Today.

Carefully Protecting the Assets You Hold Most Dear

Working closely with you, our staff will conduct a thorough and exhaustive review of your assets and your goals for protecting them. We will also help you address any premarital or post-marital debts that you wish to address in the agreement.

Once all your concerns have been reviewed, we will draft an agreement that offers the maximum protection to both parties. Then, after carefully walking you through the agreement and making any changes you wish, we will have the agreement certified.

Is Common Law Marriage Legal in Florida?

Common law marriage is a concept that has become increasingly popular in recent years but can be difficult to understand. In the state of Florida, common law marriage is not legally recognized. This means that couples who have been together for an extended period of time without being formally married must still obtain a valid marriage license if they wish to share the same legal benefits that come with marriage. 

Although this may seem inconvenient, it can actually protect couples in the long run by allowing them to make important decisions about their rights and finances with more clarity. Common law marriage might be an attractive option for some couples, but in Florida it just isn't an option at all.