Prenuptial Agreement (Marriage Contract)

Prenuptial Agreement (Marriage Contract)

This Prenuptial Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

Party A: [Full Legal Name]
Address: [Address]

and

Party B: [Full Legal Name]
Address: [Address]

Collectively referred to as "the Parties."

1. Purpose of the Agreement

This Agreement is made in contemplation of marriage and shall become effective upon the legal marriage of the Parties. The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the respective rights and obligations of the Parties regarding their individual and joint property, debts, income, and other financial matters.

2. Separate Property

Each Party shall retain full control, ownership, and rights to their separate property acquired before the marriage, including but not limited to real estate, personal property, savings, investments, and business interests.

3. Joint Property

Any property acquired jointly during the marriage shall be considered joint property and may be divided equitably in the event of divorce, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

4. Debts

Each Party shall be responsible for their own separate debts incurred before or during the marriage unless such debts are jointly agreed upon and signed for by both Parties.

5. Spousal Support

In the event of separation or divorce, the Parties agree as follows regarding spousal support (alimony):
[Insert terms – e.g., waive spousal support, agree to fixed amount, or leave open for court decision.]

6. Estate Rights and Inheritance

Nothing in this Agreement shall limit either Party’s right to make gifts or leave inheritances to the other. The Parties agree to waive any statutory rights to the other’s estate unless otherwise stated in a valid will.

7. Full Disclosure

Each Party affirms that they have made a full and fair disclosure of their assets, liabilities, income, and financial obligations prior to signing this Agreement.

8. Voluntariness

Both Parties enter into this Agreement voluntarily and without any pressure, duress, or undue influence. Each Party has had the opportunity to seek independent legal counsel.

9. Amendments and Waivers

This Agreement may only be modified or waived in writing signed by both Parties.

10. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Country].

11. Effective Date

This Agreement shall become effective upon the legal marriage of the Parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the date first above written.

Party A Signature
Name:

Party B Signature
Name:

[Optional Notarization Section]