PRE-NUPTIAL AND POST-NUPTIAL AGREEMENTS (MARRIAGE CONTRACTS BEFORE AND AFTER MARRIAGE) ✅ FAMILY LAW ✅ SERVICES

Actions of the lawyer:

study of the client's property and family situation;
determination of the advisability of concluding a pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement;
analysis of the risks and advantages of the agreement for a specific situation;
preparation of a written legal opinion on the possibilities and scope of regulation by the contract.

Lawyer's actions:

preparation of a list of assets, income and liabilities to be disclosed in the contract;
assistance in collecting documents confirming the information provided;
verification of the completeness of the client's financial disclosure;
coordination with another lawyer regarding the symmetry of information disclosure by both parties.

Lawyer's actions:

drafting an individual Pre-nuptial or Post-nuptial Agreement taking into account the client's interests and the requirements of British law;
including provisions on the division of property, inheritance issues, obligations in the event of divorce;
verifying the document's compliance with British case law;
discussing the draft with the client and making changes.

Marriage contract in the United Kingdom: why do you need a Pre-nuptial or Post-nuptial Agreement?

Drawing up a marriage contract (pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement) in the United Kingdom is a modern and practical approach to protecting the property interests of spouses. Whether the agreement is concluded before or after marriage, a properly drafted document can help avoid conflicts in the event of divorce and simplify financial settlements.

The Consultant legal marketplace team provides comprehensive legal support during the conclusion of agreements of this type, ensuring compliance with British family law and taking into account the individual interests of the parties.

How to draw up a valid marriage contract in the United Kingdom?

For a marriage contract to be recognised by a British court, certain conditions must be met:

the agreement must be voluntary and signed without pressure;
both parties must disclose their financial information in full;
each party must obtain independent legal advice;
the agreement must be drawn up in advance (at least 28 days before the marriage — for a pre-nuptial agreement).

We provide:

legal assessment of the parties' property situation;
drafting of the agreement in accordance with applicable law;
coordination with another solicitor (for the other party) if necessary;
further updating of the agreement (post-nuptial) if circumstances change.

What issues are regulated by a pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreement?

These agreements allow you to agree in advance on:

the division of property in the event of divorce;
the protection of business or inherited property;
the separation of personal and joint assets;
the financial support arrangements after divorce.

A marriage contract is particularly relevant if:

you already have significant assets;
this is your second or third marriage;
one of the partners has children from previous relationships;
you plan to run a business or purchase real estate during the marriage.

Will a British court recognise a marriage contract?

In the United Kingdom, marriage contracts do not have absolute legal force, but courts are increasingly adhering to their provisions if:

the contract was concluded in good faith;
the parties acted openly and had legal representation;
the agreement does not place one of the parties in an unfair position.

Our lawyers will prepare an agreement that takes into account the requirements of court practice as much as possible and can be enforced in the event of divorce without appeal.

Conclusion

Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial Agreements in the United Kingdom are an effective legal tool for protecting assets and avoiding lengthy disputes. The Consultant legal marketplace will help you create a competent, well-founded and fair contract that meets the requirements of British law and the interests of both parties.

Reviews
From Real Users

Maria C.

12.07.2025

A great team, they helped formulate complex points of the agreement in understandable language. It took a while to agree on the final version, but overall we are satisfied.

Timur K.

26.06.2025

I never thought that it was possible to sign such an agreement after the wedding. The consultation was very helpful, and the document was drawn up clearly and competently.

Anastasia G.

02.06.2025

We are very satisfied with the work. Everything was explained to us step by step, the document was prepared quickly, and all our wishes were taken into account. We felt complete professional support.

Inna L.

16.05.2025

This was an important legal procedure for our family. Thanks to the competent approach of the lawyers, everything went smoothly. The contract was signed before the wedding without any disputes.

Yuri B.

03.05.2025

We drew up a post-nuptial agreement after several years of marriage. Very professional, unbiased, and respectful of both parties. Highly recommended!

Oleg S.

11.04.2025

The service was high-quality, but coordinating with the other party's lawyer took longer than expected. However, we were satisfied with the result.