Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

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.

Marriage agreements

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.

Two women deep in conversation in a rustic kitchen setting.

What is a prenuptial agreement in the UK?

Protecting your family’s future

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.

What to expect

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 commitments to you

Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.

We look after 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.

We keep you informed

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.

We help you understand

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 process

Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.

1.

Book your free 30-minute consultation

2.

We’ll prepare a tailored cost estimate

3.

We’ll have our first meeting to discuss your case (up to 1 hour)

4.

We’ll analyse your case and provide written advice, with options where appropriate

5.

We’ll discuss the options with you and agree the best way forward

6.

We’ll start your case based on our agreed action plan

Fees

  • 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)

Testimonials

Donata showed real sensitivity to our situation (testator with chronic illness) and flexibility to visiting different locations, (hospital, home) and at short notices too. This did not go unnoticed and was appreciated.

She also listened to the client well, which swung us to favour Rucklidge’s over the alternative firm that we spoke to; seeking to understand the client’s unique situation, rather than jumping to a proposed solution as soon as possible.

Fee transparency was valued too.

AnonymousMarch 2026

Claire has explained the process of making my Will thoroughly and in a way I could understand. She has kept me up to date throughout and has been very helpful. I appreciate everything she has done. Thank you

AnonymousFebruary 2026

Claire Truman has dealt with my affairs professionally, competently and with empathy at a difficult time in my life. Highly recommend.

AnonymousFebruary 2026
See more tesimonials …

Get in touch.

Book your free 30-minute consultation now.