More Women Requesting Prenups

Tue, 04 Oct 2011

The number of women making requests for prenuptial agreements has risen over the last three years, according to a recent survey by find-a-solicitor service, Contact Law .

The company polled 200 solicitors specialising in family law and found that nearly two thirds (62 per cent) reported an increase in the number of women enquiring about or instigating a prenuptial agreement, with more than a fifth (21 per cent) of prenup cases now at the request of the bride-to-be.

Over 80 per cent of solicitors questioned said they have seen a rise in the overall number of enquiries regarding prenuptial agreements since 2008, while more than half (55 per cent) said that they average age of couples requesting prenups is getting younger.

Commenting on the findings, Tamara Smith, of Contact Law, said: "Although it’s traditionally expected that men are the instigators of a prenuptial agreements, our survey shows that women are becoming increasingly aware of the necessity to protect themselves as best they can. "

"Given the current economic climate, we can only assume this awareness is fuelled by the growing popularity of celebrity prenups, and media speculation surrounding these contracts.

"In addition to celebrity culture, the law is looking at prenups more favourably now in the UK than it has done previously. So whilst the agreements are still not binding, they have become much more persuasive.

She added: "Requesting a prenuptial agreement might be a romance killer following the excitement of an engagement, but couples forget that marriage is a legally binding contract when it comes to division of wealth, and sadly, not all marriages last a lifetime, even if entered into with the best of intentions."

"It is best to consult a family law solicitor as DIY prenups are likely to be flawed. The process will usually involve official valuations of assets and can cost around £2,000, or more if your assets are spread out."
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