Our offices across Guisborough, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool and Stokesley have experienced Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreement Solicitors, with extensive experience advising and guiding people in this area.
A post-nuptial agreement sets out how assets will be distributed if a couple later separates or divorces, helping to reduce both the financial and emotional strain that can come with a relationship breakdown. Many people enter a relationship with unequal assets, which is why we often advise couples to consider Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements before marriage, particularly if either party has been married before or has children from a previous relationship.
We can advise on what Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements should cover, from property and savings to pensions, business interests and inheritance. Every couple's circumstances are different, so we take the time to understand what matters most to you before drafting terms that reflect your situation.
While technically not legally binding, courts increasingly uphold pre-nuptial agreements where certain conditions are met. These include the agreement being signed well before the wedding, both parties receiving independent legal advice, full financial disclosure being made beforehand, and the terms being fair to both parties' needs. Our team will guide you through each of these requirements to give your Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements the best chance of being upheld.
We generally advise against signing an agreement within 28 days of the wedding, as this can leave it open to challenge on the grounds of pressure or duress. In these cases, we recommend a post-nuptial agreement instead, which works in exactly the same way as a pre-nuptial agreement but is put in place after the wedding has taken place.
Have a free, private conversation about Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements today.
Zoe is the Head of our Private Family law team. Zoe works closely with her clients assisting them through what are often stressful and difficult circumstances.
Head of Private Family Department
