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07 July 2023
Issue: 8032 / Categories: Legal News , Divorce , Family , Ancillary relief
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NLJ this week: Don’t forget the pre- (or post-) nup

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Potential arguments can be avoided and acrimonious atmospheres dissolved by taking the precaution of making a post-nuptial or pre-nuptial agreement. Should couples choose to take this step, what must their legal adviser bear in mind, what are the necessary actions, and how have the courts treated such agreements?

In this week’s NLJ, Sarah Scriven, senior associate at Stowe Family Law, sets out a handy checklist on pre-and post-nups. Scriven looks at relevant caselaw, and outlines helpful hints to minimise disputes. For example, a review clause should always be included.

Scriven writes: ‘Nuptial agreements may become binding in the future, and all parties entering into nuptial agreements should do so on the basis that their agreement will be upheld.’ 

See the full list of nuptial agreement tips here.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Clarke Willmott—Anita Rasaratnam

Clarke Willmott—Anita Rasaratnam

Clarke Willmott strengthens social housing development offering with senior London appointment

Trowers & Hamlins—David Meecham

Trowers & Hamlins—David Meecham

Trowers strengthens Birmingham real estate team with partner hire

Blake Morgan—Jennifer Ray & Louise Culleton

Blake Morgan—Jennifer Ray & Louise Culleton

Blake Morgan expands private client and regulatory teams with new legal directors

NEWS
A mood of cautious optimism has enveloped the criminal law sector following indications the Prime Minister may abandon planned jury reforms
Helping to source the services and providers you need
The Senior Courts Costs Office has clarified that judges conducting detailed assessment proceedings cannot order security for costs—a ruling that may leave successful parties exposed to further litigation expense
Rejecting a generous settlement can prove an expensive mistake, as two recent high-profile cases demonstrate
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues to show that failing to disclose regulatory issues can attract harsher consequences than the original misconduct itself
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