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Craig Neville, K.C., a senior member of our Family Law group, has published Ten Years Later: Parenting Coordination in British Columbia in the July 2018 edition of the Advocate, where he discusses the evolution and ongoing efficacy or Parenting Coordination as a tool for reducing conflict between separation agreement.

Marriage Agreements

Marriage agreements give couples peace of mind by protecting assets and clarifying financial responsibilities.

Secure your future with trusted legal guidance.

Marriage agreements are powerful tools for couples who want clarity, fairness, and protection in their relationships. Whether signed before or after a wedding, these agreements set out how property, debt, and support will be managed if the relationship ends—reducing uncertainty and helping prevent future conflict.

In British Columbia, a well-drafted agreement ensures your rights are protected while reflecting your values, goals, and unique circumstances. Our team works with clients to draft, review, and advise agreements that provide peace of mind and long-term security. 

Why consider a Marriage Agreement?

  • You or your partner own property, investments, or a business
  • You want to protect family wealth or future inheritances
  • There’s a significant difference in income, assets, or debt
  • You’re entering a second marriage or blending families
  • You want financial clarity while already married

Marriage agreements are especially important for those with complex assets, unequal contributions, or family business and succession planning.

What can a Marriage Agreement include?

  • Division and ownership of property
  • Protection of excluded property
  • Spousal support obligations or waivers
  • How new assets will be managed or divided
  • Responsibility for ongoing or future financial commitments

How we help:

  • Drafting clear and enforceable agreements
  • Reviewing agreements 
  • Advising on rights, obligations, and long-term impact of agreement terms
  • Protecting excluded property, family wealth, and business interests
  • Updating or challenging agreements when circumstances change

Plan with confidence. Protect what matters most. Whether you’re entering a new chapter or redefining terms in an existing relationship, we’ll help you create a marriage agreement that provides clarity, not conflict.

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