Post-Nuptial Agreement

/ˌpoʊstˈnuːpʃəl əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legal contract executed by spouses after marriage outlining terms for division of assets and obligations in case of divorce or death.
    They drafted a post-nuptial agreement to define property rights in the event of a future separation.

Forms

  • post-nuptial agreements

Commentary

Post-nuptial agreements differ from prenuptial agreements primarily by timing of execution—after marriage rather than before; ensure clarity on local enforceability as laws vary.

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