Legal insight: Tying the knot without unravelling the business

With nearly one in three marriages in the UK ending in divorce, the emotional and financial impact of marital breakdown is unfortunately an all-too-common reality for many. For families involved in business together, the risks stretch beyond personal consequences; a divorce can ripple through a family enterprise, threatening stability, ownership, and control. That's why more family businesses are turning to pre-nuptial agreements - not as a sign of mistrust, but as a practical and protective step that safeguards their legacy. Pre-nups: A business essential, not just a romantic taboo ...