Once viewed with scepticism, pre-nuptial agreements – or ‘pre-nups’ – are now increasingly common in England and Wales and are recognised as practical tools for couples to plan how assets should be divided if the marriage ends.
In an article for Professional Paraplanner, Solicitor Meredith Lawton explores the role of pre-nups in light of the 2024 Supreme Court case Standish v Standish, which highlighted their importance by demonstrating how a well-drafted pre-nup could have prevented a lengthy and costly legal dispute.
"As a financial planning tool, pre-nups offer clarity, protection, and peace of mind for couples."
Meredith Lawton
Solicitor
Read the full article on Profesional Paraplanner.
