At the Law Offices of Amy M. Montes, we have experience in many aspects of the divorce process, from the very start to the end. With that being said, we have handled cases on the post-judgment modification of orders, such as in cases where you must modify the circumstances of your order based on changes… Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Post-marital agreement’ Category
Do I Need A Post-Nuptial Agreement?
A post-nuptial agreement is a voluntary written contract between spouses that is created after their wedding to settle their affairs and assets in the event of a separation or divorce. For some couples a post-nuptial agreement can stop conflict and promote harmony in their marriage. Like the contents of a pre-nuptial agreement, it can vary… Continue reading →
Do I need a postnuptial agreement?
A postnuptial agreement is a written contract signed and executed after the couple gets married detailing how to handle family matters if the marriage ends in divorce. Having a postnuptial agreement is more common than you think. Like the contents of a prenuptial agreement, it can include provisions for property division, support, etc. It is… Continue reading →
My Husband is Cheating on me, I Want A Divorce!
Infidelity is probably the single most damaging thing that can happen to a marriage, and it’s very unfortunate because it is one of the most common problems a married couple will face. The feelings of betrayal can last a lifetime. In most marriages, however, infidelity leads to divorce. California is a no-fault divorce state –… Continue reading →
Protecting your assets before, during and after a divorce
Depending on a couple’s finances, a divorce can be financially crippling to both parties. Knowing what to do can help protect you financially. A pre-nuptial agreement written by the couple before marriage details the division of assets in case the marriage ends in divorce down the road. In most cases, it does not cover child… Continue reading →
Post Marital Agreements
Post-marital agreements are very similar to prenuptial agreements regarding their scope and purpose. Both agreements relate to division of property, spousal support and inheritance rights. In some cases, they are used to convert community property to separate property or the other way around. After a couple has been married for some time, they can enter… Continue reading →