Speaker Series: Prenups – Protecting Your Assets Before Saying “I Do”

With our second episode in our speaker series, Partner Helen Heintz dives into the increasingly common practice of drafting prenuptial agreements. Highlighting the evolution of her clientele over nearly two decades, Helen outlines the shift towards safeguarding inherited wealth in first and second marriages—primarily driven by concerned parents wanting to protect assets for their children. Helen further explores the nuances of these agreements across different states, such as Connecticut and New York, emphasizing the importance of disclosure, representation, and the distinction between separate and marital property. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the mechanics and significance of marital agreements in asset protection and estate planning.