Postnuptial Agreement
A contract entered after marriage that establishes property and support rights, similar to a prenuptial agreement.
Example
After reconciling from a separation, they signed a postnuptial agreement.
Canadian Equivalent
In Canada, this is referred to as Marriage Contract / Domestic Contract (can be entered into during marriage).
Jurisdiction Variations
OHIO
Generally not enforceable
Ohio courts have been reluctant to enforce postnuptial agreements
CALIFORNIA
Postnuptial Agreement (transmutation rules apply)
California recognizes postnuptial agreements but transmutation of property requires writing
Related Terms
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