Ohio Prenuptial Agreement Template
This Ohio Prenuptial Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on this _____ day of __________, 20___, by and between:
Party A: __________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________
City, State, Zip: __________________________________________
and
Party B: __________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________
City, State, Zip: __________________________________________
Collectively referred to as "the Parties."
The Parties enter into this Agreement to amicably delineate their respective rights and responsibilities in the event of separation, divorce, or death, and declare their intentions regarding the management of their respective assets and obligations.
1. Disclosure of Assets
Each Party has completely and accurately disclosed their assets and liabilities prior to signing this Agreement. These disclosures are attached as Exhibit A for Party A and Exhibit B for Party B.
2. Separate Property
The Parties agree that their separate property, defined as property owned prior to the marriage or property acquired by gift or inheritance, shall remain under their sole ownership. Such property includes:
- Real estate owned solely by either Party.
- Investments acquired before the marriage.
- Any personal belongings owned independently.
3. Marital Property
Any property, income, or assets acquired during the marriage shall be considered marital property, subject to equitable distribution in case of divorce, unless otherwise specified.
4. Debt Obligations
The Parties acknowledge responsibility for their own debts incurred before and during the marriage. Each Party agrees to indemnify the other from personal debts.
5. Spousal Support
In the event of divorce, the Parties agree to waive any right to spousal support unless otherwise stated in this Agreement. Such waivers are valid only if both Parties have provided full financial disclosure.
6. Modification of Agreement
This Agreement may be modified only by a written agreement signed by both Parties. Any modification must comply with Ohio law.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Ohio.
8. Acknowledgment
Both Parties acknowledge that they enter into this Agreement voluntarily and understand its terms. Each Party has had the opportunity to consult with independent legal counsel before signing.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Ohio Prenuptial Agreement as of the day and year first above written.
Party A Signature: __________________________ Date: __________
Party B Signature: __________________________ Date: __________
Witness 1: __________________________ Date: __________
Witness 2: __________________________ Date: __________