Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

How hide money before marriage

I'm not married yet, but I have some questions since so many marriages end in divorce. I don't want to get a prenuptual agreement, because I don't feel comfortable. Is there any way to keep my money safe, like in stocks, that would exclude them from consideration in the event of a divorce? Would inheritance from my parents be up for grabs?


Asked on 1/23/06, 9:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Kevin Plachta The Law Office of Kevin F. Plachta

Re: How hide money before marriage

I think that since you titled this "how to hide money before marriage", you should really consider not getting married at all. If you are hiding money from a future spouse then thats just going to cause all sorts of problems and will probably cause a divorce.

You state that you are not comfortable with a pre-nup but are you more comfortable loosing 1/2 your money to an ex-spouse?

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Answered on 1/28/06, 9:42 am
George Zuganelis Zuganelis & Zuganelis, Attorneys at Law, P.C.

Re: How hide money before marriage

I can't think of any other way to protect your property than a prenuptuial agreement. A living revocable trust can be reached by creditors, so it can be reached by a divorcing spouse. In an irrevocable trust you lose control over your property and the trust owns it. Please call for a free consultation.

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Answered on 1/25/06, 9:37 am


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