Postnuptial Agreements

Postnuptial Agreements. Protecting assets.

Protect your future with clarity and confidence. Our experienced family lawyers guide you through creating a postnuptial agreement that safeguards what matters to you.

Understanding postnuptial agreements

A postnuptial agreement helps married couples create clarity around their financial future. While not legally binding in the UK, these agreements carry significant weight in court proceedings and can provide valuable protection for both partners.

They address everything from pre-marital assets to business interests, helping you plan for whatever lies ahead.

When to consider a postnuptial agreement

Many couples choose to create a postnuptial agreement when:

• Receiving an inheritance or significant financial gift
• Starting or expanding a business
• Bringing together complex family assets
• Wanting to protect children’s future inheritance
• Making significant changes to financial arrangements
• Providing clarity after relationship difficulties

What your agreement can cover

Your postnuptial agreement can be tailored to your specific circumstances and typically addresses:

• Property and assets owned before marriage
• Family inheritance and gifts
• Business interests and future income
• Pensions and investments
• Financial provision for children
• Division of assets if the marriage ends
• International assets and property

Making your agreement effective

For a postnuptial agreement to be given weight by the courts, certain key elements must be present:

• Full and frank financial disclosure from both parties
• Independent legal advice for each spouse
• Fair and reasonable terms
• Proper execution of the agreement
• Regular reviews and updates as circumstances change

Our experienced team ensures your agreement meets these requirements while protecting your interests.

How we help

We understand that discussing financial arrangements after marriage requires sensitivity and care. Our family law team will help you:

• Navigate complex discussions about assets and inheritance with confidence
• Create clear, practical arrangements that protect both partners’ interests
• Address specific concerns about business ownership or family wealth
• Ensure your agreement is properly structured to hold weight in court
• Review and update agreements as your circumstances change

Why choose our family law team

Our approach combines deep legal expertise with genuine understanding. We recognise that every marriage and financial situation is unique, which is why we take time to understand your specific circumstances before offering tailored guidance.

You will benefit from a dedicated family lawyer who guides you through each step, access to our in-house specialists in property, tax and commercial law, when needed and clear, practical advice that puts your interests first.