Why more couples are taking out Pre-nups
Recent reports highlight that over one fifth of married couples in the UK have taken out a pre-nuptial agreement (Pre-nup) to protect themselves if their marriage breaks down.
The open and transparent nature of Pre-nups are regarded positively by couples who want to avoid the potential distress, acrimony, and expense of disentangling their finances if they split up.
Pre-nups can also work particularly well for couples marrying for the second time where a husband or wife want to retain their own wealth if they separate. They can also protect the interests of children from previous relationships.
Jones Myers Partner Elizabeth Bell, explains more about Pre-nups below:
Sadly, we have seen repeatedly how arguments over money can cause enormous damage for separating couples and their wider families.
Jones Myers family lawyers have extensive expertise in advising on and drafting Pre-nup and Post-nup agreements which promote healthy dialogue as to what an individual’s future capital and income needs might be in the hope that the parties can disentangle themselves financially without the requirement for a court to make decisions for them should they separate.
We guide you with sensitivity – helping you to discuss and consider often difficult matters before you enter into the marriage. We can also advise should the marriage break down and consider if the terms of a Pre-nup agreement signed by the parties prior to the wedding should be followed.
For queries on Pre-nups, Post-nups and any aspect of family law, call Jones Myers at Leeds 0113 246 0055, Harrogate 01423 276104, or York 01904 202550. Visit www.jonesmyers.co.uk, email info@jonesmyers.co.uk or tweet @helpwithdivorce
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