Planning for the future with confidence

When you are preparing for marriage or a civil partnership, it's natural to focus on the excitement of your future together. But taking time to consider a pre-nuptial agreement can bring clarity and peace of mind - helping you both feel more secure as you start this new chapter.

A pre-nuptial agreement (or “pre-nup”) is a written agreement made before marriage that sets out how your finances and assets would be divided if your relationship were to end. If you are already married, a post-nuptial agreement can offer the same protection.

These agreements are not about expecting the worst - they are about being clear, fair, and prepared.

Why consider a nuptial agreement

A nuptial agreement can help you:

Protect assets or inheritance you already have - or expect to receive
Safeguard yourself from any debts your partner may have
Provide reassurance if you have experienced a difficult separation in the past
Protect business interests
Ensure assets are preserved for children from a previous relationship
Support fairness when one partner brings significantly more into the marriage

Are nuptial agreements legally binding?

While nuptial agreements are not automatically binding, courts are increasingly willing to uphold them - especially when:

Both partners have taken independent legal advice
There was full financial disclosure from both sides
It was signed at least 28 days before the wedding
The terms are fair to both parties - and any children involved

Taking the time to get the agreement right, with the right advice, gives it the best chance of being upheld.

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