Caught Off Guard by a Last-Minute Prenup?

Your fiancée just gave you a prenup, and the wedding is in a week. What should you do?

First, don’t panic.

Second, don’t sign anything.

The Real Problem Is the Timing, Not the Prenup

Getting a prenup isn’t the problem. Honestly, it’s smart for both of you to protect yourselves. The real issue here is the timing. When it comes to a last-minute prenup, this is not the time to rush!

One week isn’t enough time for you to properly review the agreement, find and hire your own attorney, or have a meaningful negotiation about the terms. You are about to sign one of the most important contracts of your life. You deserve time to actually read it, understand it, and make sure it’s fair, not just for today, but for your future.

Suggest a Postnup Instead of Rushing

Here’s what you should tell them:

You’re absolutely willing to have a prenup — but you’re not going to rush through it under wedding-week pressure. Instead, suggest doing a postnup.

What Is a Postnup and Why Consider It?

A postnuptial agreement works exactly the same way as a prenup — it’s just signed after the wedding. That way, you’ll have time to carefully review everything, pick the right lawyer, and negotiate terms that reflect a true partnership.

It’s Okay to Postpone If You Need To

If they want to postpone the wedding instead of agreeing to a postnup, honestly, that might not be the worst idea. It’s still better than feeling rushed about a financial decision that could stick with you for life. A true partner is going to want you to have plenty of time to do this right.