Pre-existing legal agreements like prenuptial and cohabitation contracts can override standard separation terms

Several types of legal documents can significantly impact your separation agreement’s terms and conditions. Prenuptial agreements signed before marriage take precedence in determining asset division and financial responsibilities. Similarly, unmarried couples who have signed a cohabitation agreement must follow those pre-established terms for dividing assets, debts, and other obligations.

• Prenuptial agreements outline specific terms for property division
• Cohabitation agreements establish rights for common-law partners
• Both documents typically supersede standard separation guidelines
• These agreements must be legally valid to be enforceable