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Marriage Contracts and Antenuptial Agreements

Protect what matters with a properly drafted antenuptial contract

De Wet – Van der Watt Inc. helps couples understand their matrimonial property options and prepares antenuptial contracts that reflect their circumstances and wishes.

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Why an Antenuptial Contract Matters

A properly drafted antenuptial contract protects what matters to both of you

An antenuptial contract determines how assets are treated during marriage and, if circumstances change, how they may be divided.

Without an antenuptial contract, couples are automatically married in community of property under South African law. De Wet – Van der Watt Inc. explains the available matrimonial property regimes and prepares agreements that reflect each couple’s circumstances and wishes.

A properly drafted antenuptial contract helps both parties begin their marriage with clarity and informed choices.

The Antenuptial Contract Process

How the antenuptial contract process works

The process covers your initial consultation, choosing the appropriate matrimonial property regime, tailored drafting, signing before a notary and registration at the Deeds Office.

  1. 01

    Consultation

    Discussing your circumstances, goals and wedding timeline.

  2. 02

    Choosing a Property Regime

    Explaining marriage out of community of property, with or without accrual.

  3. 03

    Drafting

    Preparing the antenuptial contract in line with your instructions.

  4. 04

    Registration

    Executing the contract before a notary public before the wedding.

  5. 05

    Registration

    Lodging the signed antenuptial contract at the Deeds Office within the required timeframe.

Antenuptial Contract Services

What we handle for you

Clear explanations, tailored drafting and practical assistance with notarial execution and Deeds Office registration.

01

Clear Property-Regime Guidance

A clear explanation of the available matrimonial property regimes and how each may affect you.

02

Tailored Contract Drafting

Preparing an antenuptial contract that reflects your instructions, rather than relying on a generic template.

03

Notarial Execution and Registration

Managing signing before a notary public and registration at the Deeds Office within the required timeframe.

04

Confidential Consultations

Providing confidential, unhurried consultations that allow both parties to understand their options.

Why Work With Us

Practical guidance for an important agreement

Choosing a matrimonial property regime is an important legal and financial decision. De Wet – Van der Watt Inc. provides clear, practical guidance and careful drafting throughout the antenuptial contract process.

Wedding Timeline Awareness

We work efficiently and remain mindful of the signing and registration requirements that apply before the wedding.

Arrange Your Antenuptial Contract

Get your antenuptial contract sorted before the wedding

Planning a wedding? Contact De Wet – Van der Watt Inc. early to discuss, prepare, execute and register your antenuptial contract.

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