Why you should consider a prenuptial agreement

A prenuptial agreement, also known as a antenuptial or premarital agreement, in conjunction with a restrictive shareholder agreement, is the best way to ensure that the wealth generated by a family agribusiness stays within the family. Raising the issue can spark tension between the future spouses, and often their families as well, but there are ways of managing the situation in such a way as to minimise the potential for conflict.

While prenuptial agreements can be a source of strife if not handled properly, these agreements can also serve to prevent some common family business conflicts. When a shareholder signs a prenuptial agreement, the likelihood that a future spouse will gain