Category
Family Law
Family Law
General
Tennessee
37 mins
0.5 credits
Jun 29, 2024
Episode 1: In this episode, the hosts interview John Wilks, a lawyer specializing in prenuptial agreements in Tennessee. They discuss the changing perception of prenups, with more young people seeking them for various reasons. They also explore the requirements for a valid prenup, including voluntary agreement, full disclosure of assets and debts, and the need for specific language in the agreement. They touch on topics such as protecting assets and debts acquired during the marriage, spousal support, and child support. The conversation ends with a teaser for the next episode, where they will discuss enforcement and other considerations for prenups. Episode 2: In this conversation, Sean Martin, Joel Surber, and John Wilks discuss prenuptial agreements in Tennessee. They emphasize the importance of fairness and reasonableness in the agreement and caution against creating unconscionable terms. They also highlight the need for both parties to have independent counsel to review the agreement and mitigate potential issues in the event of a divorce. The timing of discussing and drafting the prenup is also discussed, with the recommendation of doing so four to eight months prior to the wedding. Specific provisions and language in the agreement are important, especially regarding spousal rights and the acquisition of marital property. John Wilks encourages individuals to reach out to their attorney for guidance and to protect themselves. Keywords: prenuptial agreements, Tennessee, divorce, assets, debts, marriage, millennials, generational shift
