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Indiana Prenuptial Agreement

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PREMARITAL AGREEMENT

READ BEFORE SIGNING: IMPORTANT NOTICE: EACH PARTY TO THIS AGREEMENT AGREES THAT THEY HAVE HAD AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY OF THEIR CHOICE LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW IN THEIR STATE OF RESIDENCE (NOT THE SAME ATTORNEY) AND THAT HAVE FULLY READ, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. EACH PARTY FURTHER AGREES THAT THEY ARE NOT ACTING UNDER DURESS OR UNDUE INFLUENCE IN EXECUTING THIS AGREEMENT AND THAT EXECUTION OF SAME IS DONE FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY.

THIS AGREEMENT, made this day of , 20, between (Name), of (Address), (State) ("first party or Wife"), and (Name), of (Address), (State) ("second party or Husband"),

W I T N E S S E T H

WHEREAS, Husband (check all that apply):

has previously been married;

has a child or children;

has not been married; and

Wife (check all that apply):

has previously been married;

has a child or children;

has not been married.

The parties desire to enter into this agreement prior to their contemplated marriage.

WHEREAS, the parties hereto have accumulated separate estates; and

WHEREAS, the parties are about to contract marriage and execute this agreement in contemplation of marriage to be effective upon their marriage in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana, including any Uniform Premarital Agreement Act, or other applicable laws, adopted by the State of Indiana; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to enter into an agreement regarding certain properties, responsibilities, duties and obligations including but not limited to any interest, present or future, legal or equitable, vested or contingent, in real or personal property, including income and earnings; and

WHEREAS, the parties have furnished each other with a financial statement which each party acknowledges is a full and complete disclosure of substantially all of the real and personal property now owned by him or her and agree that the values are an estimate by him or her of the approximate present value of the property. All property listed is now and shall continue to be separate properties of the respective parties. Originals or copies of said financial statements are attached hereto as Exhibits "A" and "B"; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to express in writing their agreement that, except as hereinafter specifically provided, their marriage shall not in any way change their rights, or the rights of their heirs (exclusive of the parties) or of their devisees or legatees, in the real and personal property owned or hereafter acquired by each of the parties and that said rights shall be governed by the terms of this agreement; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the parties and of their mutual promises and agreements, they agree one with the other as follows:

(1) Each of the parties shall have full control of his or her own separate property, real, personal and mixed, wherever the property is located. Each of the parties shall have and hereby is given the right to lease, sell, convey, mortgage or otherwise dispose of their separate property and receive all monies, rents, issues, income and profits thereof without any restrictions whatever and without interference from the other party. Each of the parties shall pay his or her own debts whenever contracted and in no case shall either party be held liable for the debts of the other parties in any way.

(2) Except as otherwise expressly provided, each of the parties hereby waives, relinquishes, conveys, quitclaims, bars, discharges, surrenders and releases, and hereby agrees to waive, relinquish, convey, quitclaim, bar, discharge, surrender and release, to the other all of the following:

(a) Any and all of his or her right, title and interest of every kind and description, which he or she may have, acquire, enjoy or be seized by reason of, or on or after, their marriage, as the wife, husband, widow or widower of the other party, in the separate property of the other party, whether real, personal and mixed and wherever located; and

(b) Any and all rights to any property of the other party titled in that other parties sole name, whether before or after the marriage; and

(c) Any and all property acquired by the other party by inheritance or other means; and

(d) Any and all rights, if any, to all or a portion of the property of the other party whether by way of dower, courtesy, homestead, widow's allowance, statutory share or provision, descent, community property inheritance, succession or otherwise;

(e) His or her right, if any, granted to or vested in him or her, by statute or otherwise, to renounce, or to elect to take against, the provisions of the other party's will or any codicil thereto; and

(f) His or her right, if any, granted to or vested in him or her by statute or otherwise to act as executor or administrator of the other party's estate.

Except as otherwise expressly provided, it is the intent of the parties that this paragraph shall be construed so that each party may deal with his or her property and any trust in which he or she may have an interest as if their marriage had not taken place, and on the death of either party his or her estate and any trust in which he or she may have an interest will be administered, descend and be distributed in exactly the same way and to the same heirs, next of kin, devisees or legatees as if the other party had predeceased the party so dying. Nothing contained in this paragraph or in this agreement, however, is intended to preclude either party from voluntarily making provision for, or granting powers or rights to, the other party in and by the formers last will, a codicil thereto or otherwise.

(3) (check One)

The parties have each executed a Last Will and Testament, copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibits and . The parties agree that these Wills are in conformity with the provisions of this agreement and as consideration for this agreement, each party does hereby waive any and all objection to the terms of the said Last Will and Testament of the other and each party agrees not to contest or renounce the terms of thereof. Likewise, each party agrees not to contest or renounce any future Wills or Codicils, which are in conformity with the terms of this agreement. Initials if Selected:

OR

The parties shall not change their existing Will, if any, or make a new Will at this time, but any new Will executed shall be in conformance with the provisions of this agreement. Initials if Selected:

(4) The fact that either party (without being obligated to do so) may give, devise or bequeath to the other party property or an interest therein, or otherwise confer rights or powers on the other party, in trust or by gift or will, shall not be construed as a waiver of any provision hereof or as evidence that there is or was an agreement or understanding between the parties other than as specifically expressed herein.

(5) Each party agrees, on behalf of himself or herself and of his or her heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, that he, she or they, at the request of the other party or the latter's heirs, executors, administrators and assigns (but at the cost of the other party or his or her heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns), will make, do, execute, acknowledge and deliver any and all such further or other acts, deeds and instruments as shall be appropriate, necessary or desirable to carry in effect the intent, purpose and provisions of this agreement without question or delay, except that neither party shall be obliged to sign any mortgage, note, bond or other instrument which may subject him or her, or his or her estate and property, to personal liability.

(6) In selling, assigning, granting, releasing, conveying or otherwise dealing with the property of either party, the party whose property is being so dealt with shall be and hereby is constituted the other party's attorney-in-fact and as such shall have full power in the name of such other party or in the joint names of both parties to join in the contemplated transaction and execute documents to effect it on behalf of such other party, independently and without the consent or privity of such other party, to the same extent and as fully as if their marriage had not taken place.

(7) During the course of the marriage, all property acquired by each party in their own name shall be deemed to be part of their separate estate and by the terms hereof, each party hereby waives and relinquishes all claim to the separate estate of the other. Likewise, all property acquired during the marriage in the joint name of both parties shall be deemed to be part of their joint estates and thereby evidence their intent to grant the powers and rights to the parties as to said jointly owned property as is provided to spouses by operation of law.

(8) The parties agree that each party shall provide for the payment of their individual health care, convalescence and funeral expenses out of their separate estate so as not to be a financial burden on each other.

(9) Despite any other provisions of this instrument, this agreement shall not affect in any way the parties' rights, titles, powers, duties, discretions, immunities and interest in any property owned in joint tenancy or entirety with rights of survivorship, which they may hereafter acquire.

(10) To the extent permitted by law, this agreement shall govern the rights and obligations of the parties in the event of death of either or both parties, separation or divorce. In the event of divorce, the parties agree this agreement shall be binding on both parties and shall be incorporated into any divorce decree.

(11) Not applicable or The parties further agree that in the event of divorce, the following additional provisions shall apply notwithstanding the other provisions of this agreement:

Not applicable or The parties further agree that in the event of divorce, the following additional provisions shall apply notwithstanding the other provisions of this agreement:

(a) The Wife shall be entitled to receive property of Husband described as follows: [none or list property]

(b) The Husband shall be entitled to receive property of Wife described as follows: [none or list property]

(c) The following property shall be sold and the proceeds, less expenses divided equally between the parties: [none or list property]

(d) The Husband shall pay a lump sum settlement to Wife described as follows: [none or list property]

(e) The Wife shall pay a lump sum settlement to Husband described as follows: [none or list property]

(f) The marital domicile shall be [occupied by Wife until her death or occupied by Husband until his death or sold and the proceeds divided equally between Husband and Wife.]

(g) Both parties waive the right to alimony and property settlement, except as otherwise provided herein.

(12) This agreement shall be controlled, construed and given effect by and under the laws of the State of Indiana. It is the intent of the parties that the Agreement be enforced to the fullest extent permissible under applicable laws and public policies. The invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability of any particular provision of this Agreement shall not affect the other provisions, and this Agreement shall be construed in all respects as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had been omitted.

(13) This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties pertaining to its subject matter and it supersedes all prior contemporaneous agreements, representations and understandings of the parties. No supplement, modification or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing by all parties.

(14) No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be deemed, or shall constitute, a waiver of any other provision, whether or not similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver. No waiver shall be binding unless executed in writing by the party making the waiver.

(15) This Agreement may be executed in any number of copies, each of which shall be deemed an original and no other copy need be produced. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine, feminine, neuter, singular or plural as the identity of the person or persons may require.

(16) This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and upon their respective executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.

(17) This agreement may only be amended or revoked by written amendment signed by both parties.

(18) Each party further agrees and affirms as follows:

(a) That the party did execute the agreement voluntarily; and

(b) That this agreement is not unconscionable when it was executed; and

(c) Both parties were provided prior to execution of this agreement a fair and reasonable disclosure of the property or financial obligations of the other party;

(d) That he and she did have, or reasonably could not have had, an adequate knowledge of the property or financial obligations of the other party.

The parties hereby execute this agreement in several counterparts, any executed copy of which shall be considered for all purposes as an original, on the day and year above written.

________________________________

FIRST PARTY (“WIFE”)

_________________________________

SECOND PARTY (“HUSBAND”)

Approved:

Attorney for First Party:

Attorney for Second Party:

Note: This agreement must be executed before a notary public.

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

Before me, , (title of officer) this day of , , acknowledged the execution of the annexed (name of instrument).

___________________________________

Notary Public, State of

Printed Name:

Commission Expires:

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

Before me, , (title of officer) this day of , , acknowledged the execution of the annexed (name of instrument).

___________________________________

Notary Public, State of

Printed Name:

Commission Expires:

PERSONAL FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

To: Date:

Individual Information

Name:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Occupation:

Phone:

Current Assets

Cash on Hand or in Banks

Other Cash:

Real Estate (other than residence Schedule A)

Residence

Motor Vehicles (Schedule B)

US Government Securities (Schedule C)

Non-Marketable Securities (Schedule D)

Stocks (Schedule E)

Other Personal Property

Life Insurance Cash Value

Business IRA

Notes Receivable

Other Assets:

Personal IRA

Antiques

Partnership Assets

Total Assets

Current Liabilities

Notes Payable (Secured) (Schedule F)

Notes Payable (Unsecured) (Schedule G)

Real Estate Mortgages Payable (Schedule H)

Auto Loans (Schedule I)

Unpaid Taxes and Interest

Due to Brokers

Open Accounts

Credit Cards (List):

Visa

Other:

Residential Mortgage

Total Liabilities

TOTAL OF ALL ASSETS

LESS TOTAL OF ALL LIABILITIES

NET WORTH

Individual Income Information (Annual)

Salary

Bonus

Commissions

Dividends

Rental Income

Other Income (List):

Total Income

Contingent Liabilities

Guarantor, Co-maker

Lease or Contracts

Legal Claims

Other:

SCHEDULE “A” REAL ESTATE

Description of Real EstateCostMarket ValueDate Acquired

SCHEDULE “B” MOTOR VEHICLES

Description of Motor VehiclesCostValue

SCHEDULE “C” U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES

Description of Stock or BondDate AcquiredPar ValueMarket Value

SCHEDULE “D” NON MARKETABLE SECURITIES

DescriptionDate AcquiredPar ValueMarket Value

SCHEDULE “E” STOCKS

CompanySharesDate AcquiredPar ValueMarket Value

SCHEDULE “F” NOTES PAYABLE SECURED

DescriptionDateBalancePayment (m/yr)

SCHEDULE “G” NOTES PAYABLE UNSECURED

DescriptionDateBalancePayment (m/yr)

SCHEDULE “H” REAL ESTATE MORTGAGES

DescriptionDateBalancePayment (m/yr)

SCHEDULE “I” AUTO LOANS

DescriptionDateBalancePayment (m/yr)

CERTIFICATION TO FINANCIAL STATEMENT

I certify this Statement to be true and correct as of the date indicated; that this financial statement is a full and fair disclosure of my assets; and that I provided a true and correct copy of this financial statement to on .

Signature

Date:

I acknowledge receipt of this financial statement and disclosure.

Signature

Date:

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What an Indiana Prenuptial Agreement Covers

An Indiana Prenuptial Agreement is a written contract between two people who intend to marry that sets out ownership of property, division of assets and debts, and anticipated spousal support in the event of divorce or separation. Under Indiana law parties may agree in advance to allocate separate and marital property, address division of retirement accounts, and set procedures for dispute resolution. When executed properly, the agreement governs financial rights and can reduce litigation, though courts may refuse enforcement for unconscionability, fraud, or insufficient disclosure. Electronic execution is possible subject to ESIGN and applicable state rules.

Why an Indiana Prenuptial Agreement Can Matter

A clear, signed agreement provides predictability for asset division and spousal support, protects premarital and business interests, and documents parties’ expectations to reduce contested litigation.

Why an Indiana Prenuptial Agreement Can Matter

Who Typically Uses an Indiana Prenuptial Agreement

Common users range from engaged couples with significant assets to individuals with business interests seeking clarity before marriage.

  • Engaged couples with premarital assets, investments, or family inheritances seeking defined property rights.
  • Business owners and partners who want to protect enterprises or ownership percentages from marital division.
  • Individuals with children from prior relationships aiming to secure inheritance rights and succession plans.

Use depends on circumstances; independent legal advice and full financial disclosure increase enforceability and fairness.

Key Provisions to Include in a Professional Agreement

A complete prenuptial agreement addresses property classification, financial disclosure, support, debt allocation, and dispute resolution to reduce later uncertainty.

Asset Schedule

A detailed list of premarital assets and values, including bank accounts, investment holdings, real estate, and business interests to support full disclosure.

Separate Property

Language identifying items to remain separate (gifts, inheritances, premarital bank accounts) and rules for future appreciation or commingling.

Marital Property

A definition of marital property and the method for division (percentage split, reimbursement formula, or specific allocations).

Spousal Support

Terms addressing spousal maintenance or waiver of support, including triggers, amounts, duration, and modification limits if any.

Debt Allocation

Clauses assigning responsibility for premarital and marital debts, including credit cards, loans, and business liabilities.

Dispute Resolution

An arbitration or mediation clause and choice of governing law to streamline resolution and reduce court exposure.

Step-by-Step: From Draft to Signed Agreement

Follow these four concise steps to prepare, review, and execute a prenuptial agreement with minimized execution risk.

  • 01
    Gather Documentation: Collect asset, debt, and income records.
  • 02
    Draft Terms: Draft allocation, support, and dispute clauses.
  • 03
    Independent Review: Each party obtains independent counsel.
  • 04
    Execute & Notarize: Sign, date, and notarize as applicable.

Configuring an Online Signing Workflow

Set fields, authentication, and routing before sending the document to ensure a compliant electronic signing process.

Field Configuration
Signature Field Required; assign to each party
Date Field Auto-fill or signer-entered MM/DD/YYYY
Attachment Field Require disclosure schedules upload
Authentication Email link or SMS code for signer

Digital Signing and Technical Requirements

Use an eSignature platform that supports secure authentication, tamper-evident PDFs, and audit trails to record intent and attribution.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX supported
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or knowledge-based
  • Integrations: Cloud storage and SSO

Retain the signed PDF and audit trail; for healthcare or sensitive data use platforms with HIPAA BAA and robust encryption — this preserves evidence of consent and supports later enforcement.

Where to Send and How Signing Typically Flows

A clear routing order and storage plan reduce confusion; assign responsibilities before initiating execution.

  • Drafting: Attorney prepares agreement
  • Review: Each party reviews with counsel
  • Signing: Signers execute and notarize
  • Storage: Store originals and digital copies securely

Timing Considerations and Recommended Deadlines

Timing affects perceptions of voluntariness; allow ample time for review to reduce claims of duress or coercion.

Signing Before Ceremony:

Sign well before the wedding; last-minute signing raises duress concerns.

Allow Review Time:

Allow at least 30 days for counsel review when possible.

Disclosure Updates:

Update disclosure schedules if material assets change before marriage.

Record Retention:

Keep original signed copies indefinitely.

Court Filing:

File only if required for related proceedings.

Common Risks and Consequences of Faulty Agreements

Unenforceability: Court may void unconscionable terms
Insufficient Disclosure: Hidden assets can invalidate provisions
Duress Allegations: Last-minute signing invites challenge
Improper Execution: Missing signatures or improper notarization
Name Mismatch: Inconsistent names cause authentication issues
Electronic Problems: Weak authentication may affect admissibility

Security and Compliance Considerations for Electronic Execution

Encryption in Transit: TLS 1.2 / 1.3
Encryption at Rest: AES-256
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
HIPAA Support: BAA available for covered health data
Legal Frameworks: ESIGN and UETA compliance
Audit Trail: Signatures timestamped and logged

Practical Tips to Improve Enforceability

Adopt proven practices during drafting and signing to reduce later disputes and strengthen judicial review outcomes.

Full Financial Disclosure
Provide complete and accurate asset and debt schedules; courts often view non-disclosure as evidence undermining consent and may set aside agreement terms.
Independent Counsel
Encourage each party to consult separate counsel; independent advice reduces claims of coercion and supports enforceability in many jurisdictions.
Reasonable Terms
Draft fair and proportionate provisions for support and division; dramatically one-sided or unconscionable terms invite judicial invalidation.
Sign Early
Execute the agreement well before the wedding date to minimize duress allegations and allow time for review and amendments.

Primary Signers and Roles

Engaged Couple

Both parties to the marriage must sign. Each signer should be competent, provide informed consent, and ideally sign after receiving independent legal advice to strengthen enforceability.

Family Law Attorney

A drafting or reviewing attorney represents a signer to explain consequences and confirm that disclosures are sufficient; counsel involvement reduces later challenges to validity.

Examples of How Couples Use Prenuptial Agreements

Real-world scenarios illustrate common motivations and clause choices when drafting a prenuptial agreement.

Business Owner Scenario

A business owner with a startup protects equity and future appreciation

  • The agreement separates business assets from marital estate
  • This prevents business dilution on divorce and preserves investment continuity for partners and creditors.

Second Marriage Example

A party with children from a prior marriage secures inheritance interests

  • The agreement specifies distributions to children
  • This ensures intended estate planning outcomes while allowing current spouse support provisions.

Supporting Documents and Export Options

Include supporting schedules and save copies in standard formats for counsel review and archival storage.

Disclosure Schedules

Attach asset and debt lists as separate exhibits in PDF or DOCX for clarity and long-term accessibility.

Notary Acknowledgment

Include a notarization block or certificate if notarization is used to strengthen record authenticity.

Signed Copy Formats

Export completed agreements as PDF/A for archival and as searchable PDF for text access.

Audit Trail Export

Retain the audit trail or certificate of completion showing signer email, IP, and timestamps for evidentiary support.

Comparison: eSignature Pricing and Capabilities

Pricing models vary by vendor and plan; below is a concise feature and price comparison to inform choice of eSignature provider for executing agreements.

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Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana Prenuptial Agreements

Answers to common execution, enforceability, and signing questions to clarify typical user concerns.


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