Ante Nuptial Contracts

An antenuptial contract is an important legal agreement entered into before marriage, which regulates the matrimonial property regime that will apply between spouses. We assist clients with clear advice on the available marital property options, the preparation of the antenuptial contract, and the required notarial execution and registration process. Our aim is to ensure that clients understand the legal and practical consequences of their chosen marital regime before entering into marriage.

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We can assist with the following:

• Advising on marital property regimes;

• Explaining the difference between marriage in community of property and marriage out of community of property;

• Advising on the accrual system and whether it should apply or be excluded;

• Drafting antenuptial contracts;

• Preparing tailored antenuptial contract clauses, where appropriate;

• Consulting with both parties before signature;

• Arranging execution of the antenuptial contract before a Notary Public;

• Attending to registration of the antenuptial contract at the Deeds Office;

• Providing copies of the registered antenuptial contract;

• Advising on the legal consequences of an antenuptial contract;

• Assisting with notarial documentation related to marriage and matrimonial property arrangements;

• Advising clients who intend to marry and require certainty regarding assets, liabilities, estates, business interests, and future accruals; and

• General notarial and legal advice relating to antenuptial contracts.