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Why Business Owners Should Consider a Prenup or Postnup
If you're a business owner in England or Wales, you've likely poured time, money, and energy into building your company. But have you taken steps to protect it in the event of a relationship breakdown?
Protecting what you've built
A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can set out clearly how business assets should be treated if a marriage ends, helping to avoid uncertainty and protracted disputes.
While not automatically binding in England and Wales, the courts will give weight to an agreement that is fair, freely entered into, and made with full understanding of its implications.
When to put one in place
The earlier the better. A prenup is agreed before marriage, while a postnup can be made at any point afterwards—useful if your circumstances change or your business grows significantly.
Speak to our team to understand how an agreement could safeguard your interests.
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