To Prenupt or Not to prenupt

[jbdhayes]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? North Carolina

I live in North Carolina; however, will most likely be married in Texas or Minnesota and plan to permanently live in Minnesota. I am currently attending school, planning to take the LSAT, and go to law school. However, my fiancée and I are considering marrying before law school due to the extensive work involved during and after and probably not having time. I know that in some states an education can be considered marital property since law school will enhance my future salary. Should I have him sign a prenuptial agreement stating he cannot use my higher education as incentive for spousal maintance? How often should we update this agreement?

[Ohiogal]

Pre-nups are NOT iron clad. They are also not able to be updated that easily after marriage unless you want a separation agreement to enforce them. The longer you are married the less likely they will be upheld. Also, you need to realize that EACH OF YOU need to have counsel in order to have any chance of having it upheld.