We’ve already decided on the terms of the Prenuptial Agreement, can a solicitor simply draft a Prenuptial Agreement on the terms already agreed?
No, again in order for a Prenuptial Agreement to be likely to be upheld by the Courts then both parties must have obtained and exchanged full and frank financial disclosure and had the benefit of independent legal advice so that it is clear that both parties were fully aware of the financial situation of the other party prior to signing the Prenuptial Agreement.
Can we use the same solicitor to draw up a Prenuptial Agreement?
No, in order for a Prenuptial Agreement to be likely to be upheld by the Courts then both parties must have had independent legal advice so that they understand the Prenuptial Agreement and must not have been put under pressure to sign.
Do I need a Prenuptial Agreement?
What is a Prenuptial Agreement? A Prenuptial agreement is a document which sets out what is to happen to property, income, assets and debts if a relationship breaks down. The main purposes of a prenuptial agreement is to limit the potential claims on the assets if the relationship breaks down and to try and avoid expensive court proceedings.
