For a pre-nuptial agreement, is a standard form needed or can we write our wishes havethe writing notarized?
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For a pre-nuptial agreement, is a standard form needed or can we write our wishes havethe writing notarized?
Can’t seem to find a form with what we need.
Asked on April 17, 2011 under Family Law, Oregon
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
A pre-nuptial agreement must be completed the proper way, or it will not be valid. Also, it is important to make sure that it accurately reflects your wishes and also has flexibility to account for changing circumstances. It is not a do-it-yourself protect, since fairly simple errors could result in it being invalidated, or, worse, in having terms given effect in a way that harms your interests. You should not try to create your own pre-nup; instead, consult with a family law attorney, who can make sure you get one that will accomplish what you want it to. Consider this: if you don't have or anticipate having enough assets or income to make a few hundred dollars in attorney fees worthwhile, then why are you bothering with a pre-nuptial agreement at all?
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