If you own or part-own a business, a divorce can put it at risk — potentially forcing a sale, a payout, or the involvement of an ex-spouse in the company. A prenuptial agreement is one of the clearest ways to protect it.
Why a business is vulnerable in a divorce
A business you build up can be treated as a matrimonial asset, and its value may be taken into account when finances are divided. That can mean valuations, disputes, and pressure to release cash — which can disrupt the business and any co-owners.
What a prenup can do
- Ring-fence the business as one partner's separate property
- Set out how any increase in its value during the marriage is treated
- Protect co-founders and investors from disruption
- Record what each partner is bringing in, so it's clear from the start
Get the disclosure right
Be open about the business and its value — hiding or understating it is a common reason an agreement is later challenged. As always, the court keeps its duty to meet needs, so an agreement has to be fair as well as protective. See what to include in a prenup.
Create your prenuptial agreement online
UK Prenup lets couples in England & Wales create a clear, fair prenuptial agreement online from £199, with your document generated instantly as a PDF. See how it works or get started.
UK Prenup is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. A prenuptial agreement in England & Wales is not automatically binding, and both partners should take independent legal advice before signing.