Marriage is not just a romantic partnership—it’s also a legal and financial one. At Tessmer Law Firm, we help individuals and couples across Texas protect their assets and clarify their financial rights and responsibilities through customized marital agreements, including prenuptial and postnuptial contracts.
Experienced Texas Attorneys Drafting and Reviewing Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
A marital agreement is a legally binding contract between spouses or soon-to-be spouses that outlines how property, debts, and financial matters will be handled during the marriage or in the event of divorce or death.
Texas recognizes two types of marital agreements:
Additionally, both types of agreements can help avoid disputes, protect family wealth, and provide clarity and security for both parties. Learn more about marital agreements with our podcast.
Prenups are not just for the wealthy. In Texas, a prenuptial agreement can benefit any couple who wants to:
Our attorneys work with you to ensure the agreement is clear, fair, and enforceable under Texas law.
A postnuptial agreement allows married couples to formalize financial arrangements or update terms based on new life events. Reasons to create a postnup include:
Postnuptial agreements are treated seriously by Texas courts and must meet strict legal standards. Above all, our firm will ensure your postnup is valid, thorough, and customized to your situation.
