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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements for Texas Couples
Whether you're planning a wedding or already married, a written agreement can spell out how property and finances are handled. Dooley Noted Law helps Texas couples put together a clear, enforceable Texas prenuptial agreement or postnuptial agreement, built around their specific situation.
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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Do You Need a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement in Texas?
A prenuptial agreement isn't a sign that a marriage is on shaky ground — it's a planning tool. Under Texas community property law, most property acquired during marriage is generally treated as jointly owned, regardless of whose name is on it. For anyone bringing a business, real estate, or savings into a marriage, that default can create real uncertainty.
A postnuptial agreement works the same way but is signed after the wedding — often when a couple's financial picture changes. At Dooley Noted Law, we draft agreements that are specific, plain-language, and built to hold up if they're ever needed.
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What We Handle
Premarital Agreements
We draft Texas prenuptial agreements covering separate property, income, and financial expectations before the marriage begins.
Postnuptial Agreements
Already married and want a written agreement in place? We prepare postnuptial agreements in Texas that reflect a couple's current financial reality.
Separate Property Protection
We help clients clearly identify and protect assets owned before marriage, consistent with Texas community property law.
Business Interest Protection
For business owners, we address ownership, valuation, and how the business is treated in the event of divorce.
Debt & Liability Allocation
We help couples decide upfront how existing and future debts will be handled, reducing ambiguity down the road.
Estate Planning Coordination
We coordinate agreements with wills, trusts, and inheritance plans so everything works together.
How Prenuptial Agreements Work in Texas
A Texas prenuptial agreement generally needs to be in writing, signed by both parties, entered into voluntarily, and not unconscionable at signing. Courts also look at whether each person had a reasonable opportunity to review it and seek their own legal advice.
We recommend starting the process well before the wedding — signing too close to the ceremony can raise questions about whether both parties had time to consider it. We also recommend each person have their own attorney review the agreement.
A Texas prenuptial or postnuptial agreement generally cannot predetermine child custody, limit child support, or be structured to encourage divorce. Courts retain authority over those areas regardless of what an agreement says.
What to Expect Working With Dooley Noted
From the first conversation, you'll work directly with your attorney. We'll walk through your assets, your goals, and any concerns you or your partner have, and explain your options in plain language before drafting anything.
We handle prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for clients across DFW, Austin, and Houston, with a virtual-first approach that fits around your schedule.
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Initial Consultation
We review your assets, goals, and any concerns you or your partner have before drafting anything.
Financial Disclosure
Both parties disclose assets, debts, and income so the agreement is built on full transparency.
Drafting & Review
We draft the agreement and recommend your partner have it reviewed by independent counsel.
Signing & Execution
Once both parties are satisfied, the agreement is signed well ahead of the wedding date.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common Questions About Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements in Texas
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Is a prenuptial agreement enforceable in Texas?
Yes, when it meets the requirements under Texas law — signed in writing, entered into voluntarily, and not unconscionable at signing.
How far in advance of the wedding should we sign?
We generally recommend starting at least 60–90 days out. Agreements signed right before the wedding can raise questions about whether there was enough time to review them.
What if my partner doesn't want to sign?
A prenuptial agreement has to be voluntary for both people. If one partner isn't willing, we can talk through other ways to plan for asset protection.
Do we both need our own attorney?
It's not a strict legal requirement, but having separate counsel generally strengthens the agreement. We represent one party and recommend the other seek independent legal advice.
Can we sign an agreement after we're already married?
Yes — that's a postnuptial agreement, and we handle those as well.