A key consideration when planning to marry might be how this will affect your finances. Contact us and we can help you review your options.
A pre-nuptial agreement is a sensible option if you have assets to protect. Taking this preventative step is recognised by the English Courts provided the formalities are observed and the document is signed 28 days before marriage. If you are too late, you can do a post-nuptial agreement.
A pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement will set out in writing what you want to happen should your marriage break down. We will help you design a fair outcome with a view to avoiding future conflict, which is especially important when children are involved. We will give you realistic advice and take you through the process step-by-step, giving you peace of mind for the future.
We appreciate that a post-nuptial agreement needs to be dealt with sensitively and amicably. The process can feel overwhelming and worrying. We will advise you of the options based on your circumstances, in clear and understandable language.
We will need to meet with you to find out what you want so we can advise you if that’s possible. If not, we can suggest alternatives for you to consider. We will ask key questions to understand both yours and the other person’s financial circumstances including assets, debt, pensions and both your income. We may need documents to support that information, depending on the situation.
We will write to the other person setting out your position and seeking their agreement to the proposed document. If necessary we will ask them for further information and supporting documents where appropriate. We will advise the other person to see a solicitor so they understand their rights. However, they can choose not to seek legal advice if they wish. If this happens, we can still go ahead provided we show in the document that we gave them this opportunity.
When the details are agreed, we will draft the pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement and explain it to you, using clear language. When you are both happy, the agreement will be signed and witnessed. It must be kept safely in case it is required in the future.
Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.
We understand that you’re going through a tough time, and we’re here to support you through it.
Our lawyers are available to talk to you whenever you need it.
It can be stressful waiting for information.
We don’t keep you waiting. As soon as we have progress, we let you know straight away.
Legal matters can be complex.
We’ll explain everything to you and guide you through the process so that you know what’s happening.
Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.
We offer a free initial telephone or video meeting to discuss your situation and provide a bespoke estimate. Our fees vary from case to case and are tailored to your individual circumstances.
Prenuptial agreement (checking or drafting) £840 to £3,360 (including VAT)
Financial matters handled without going to court From £2,100 (including VAT)
Examples for married/civil partners: resolve finances by exchanging information, negotiating (directly, via solicitors, or mediation), and turning agreements into a court-approved consent order.
Examples for unmarried couples: agree on home sale or shares, divide money, possessions, debts, and bills, arrange child support, and record everything in a cohabitation or separation agreement.
Financial matters that go through the courts From £5,040 (including VAT)
Examples for married/civil partners: disputes over selling or keeping the home, spousal maintenance, sharing pensions, lump-sum payments for housing, treatment of inherited assets, unpaid maintenance, or hiding money.
Examples for unmarried couples: disputes over home ownership and sale, mortgage/deposit contributions, loans/gifts/renovations, occupation costs, and child-related financial support.
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