How we can help with pre-marital and pre-partnership agreements
Whilst all of us would like to think that every relationship will end “happy ever after”, it is well worth considering entering into a pre-marital or pre-partnership agreement to provide assistance in the event of the breakdown of the relationship.
First, you should realise that no agreement can be absolutely binding, in that the Court always has the final word, but particularly where there are no children it is something which the Court can be asked to consider. Agreements can therefore be a useful tool in hoping to provide greater certainty of outcomes.
Essential elements of trying to achieve a useful agreement will include:-
- A formal agreement
- Uninfluenced and fair negotiations
- Independent legal advice for each party
- Full and frank disclosure by each party
So if you wish to try and provide for greater clarity and certainty of outcome in your relationship then let us advise you on the benefits of a pre-marital or pre-partnership agreement.
Please contact either Eleanore Plews, of our Family Department.
