The use of prenuptial agreements (binding financial agreements), which are entered into by couples before their marriage, is becoming increasingly popular in Australia.
Many clients seek our expertise to draft prenuptial agreements to safeguard themselves or their families against the financial uncertainties associated with relationship breakdowns.
Prenuptial agreements are of value in assisting to protect assets of substantial value that may otherwise become the subject of a claim by a departing spouse. The ultimate aim of such agreements is to avoid conflict over financial matters in the event of a relationship breakdown.
The preparation of prenuptial agreements requires meticulous planning. Our family law experts are experienced in providing independent and comprehensive advice that evaluates many factors, including considerations that couples may not have initially envisaged. We recognise that each relationship is unique.
We are also experienced in drafting cohabitation agreements, made between people who are living together or intending to live together but who are not intending to marry in the foreseeable future.