Category: Pre & Post Nuptial Agreements

Does a declaration of trust survive a marriage or civil partnership?

If you own property with someone but are not married or in a civil partnership then having a Declaration of Trust over the property you own setting out the terms of your ownership is critical. But, what happens to these documents if you later choose to marry or enter a civil partnership? Are they still binding and determinative?

Do you need a pet-nup? How the law views your fur-babies.

Today is international pet day; a day to celebrate our much loved family pets. With pet ownership on the rise following the pandemic, pets are increasingly becoming part of our families and are therefore a growing consideration for couples when it comes to divorce and separation.

Beyond the rich and famous: Why more couples are choosing to enter into prenuptial agreements

If your knowledge of prenuptial agreements comes mostly from the media and movies then you’d be forgiven for thinking that they’re only for the super-rich and famous. But, more and more people are choosing to enter into these agreements either before they get married (a prenuptial agreement) or after the wedding (a postnuptial agreement). Here’s why.