Document background
The Prenuptial Agreement After Marriage serves as a crucial legal instrument in the Philippines for married couples seeking to establish or modify their property relations after their wedding has taken place. This document becomes necessary when spouses wish to change their property regime, protect individual assets, clarify financial responsibilities, or address new circumstances that have arisen during their marriage. The agreement must strictly comply with the Filipino Family Code and Civil Code, requiring notarization, registration with the local civil registry, and independent legal counsel for both parties. It typically includes detailed inventories of separate and common properties, provisions for asset management, debt responsibilities, and arrangements for potential dissolution scenarios. The document's validity depends on proper execution, full financial disclosure, and absence of coercion, making professional legal guidance essential throughout the process.
