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Prenups, Postnups & Pet nups

Clear, Practical Agreements to Protect What Matters Most 

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At Oliver & Co, we understand that planning for the future can sometimes feel uncomfortable – but having the right agreements in place can provide clarity, reassurance, and peace of mind for everyone involved. 

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Helping You Prepare for Whatever the Future Holds

Whether you are preparing for marriage, protecting assets after marriage, or deciding how a beloved pet would be cared for in the event of separation, our family solicitors are here to offer straightforward, sensitive advice tailored to your circumstances. 

Planning Ahead with a Prenuptial Agreement

A prenuptial agreement, often called a “prenup”, is an agreement made before marriage or a civil partnership. It allows you and your partner to agree in advance how finances, property, and assets would be handled if the relationship were to end in the future. 

While these conversations can feel difficult, many people find that a prenup actually brings clarity and openness from the outset. 

A prenup can cover things like:

  • Property and family homes
  • Savings and investments
  • Business interests
  • Debts
  • Pension considerations
  • Future inheritance

Creating Clarity After Marriage with a Postnup

What is a Postnup?

If you’re already married or in a civil partnership, a postnuptial agreement works in a similar way. The key difference is that it’s created after your marriage or civil partnership. 

Couples often choose a postnup when circumstances change – for example, if  you have children or one spouse/ civil partner receives an inheritance, starts a business, or simply wants clearer financial arrangements moving forward. 

A postnup can help set out: 

  • Ownership of property and assets
  • Savings and financial responsibilities
  • Business interests
  • Future financial arrangements

Protecting Your pet with a pet nup

What is a Pet nup?

For many people, pets are part of the family — and deciding what happens to them if a relationship ends can be one of the most emotional situations to navigate. 

A “pet nup” is a practical way to agree in advance how your pet would be cared for, helping to reduce stress and uncertainty later on. 

This type of agreement can include: 

  • Where your pet will live
  • Shared care agreements
  • Veterinary costs and insurance
  • Day-to-expenses
  • Holiday arrangements
  • Emergency decisions

Under UK law, pets are generally treated as property, so having a clear agreement in place can help reduce uncertainty and conflict.

How can we help?

At Oliver & Co Solicitors we understand that these conversations can feel personal and, at times, uncomfortable. Our role is to make the process as clear, practical, and stress-free as possible. 

At Oliver & Co, we will:

  • Provide clear, straightforward advice
  • Take the time to understand your situation
  • Help you reach fair, workable agreements
  • Support you every step of the way

If your considering a prenup, postnup or pet nup, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence. 

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