What Should Your Marital Agreement Include—and What Support Do You Need?

This quick assessment will help you figure out what your prenup should cover and how best to move forward. Whether you’re just starting the conversation or already have a draft in hand, this worksheet gives you plain-English guidance so you can feel confident and protected—without the drama.

🛠️ How to Use This Assessment

Circle “Yes” or “No” for each question below.
Be honest—this is for you.
Count your “Yes” answers to get a sense of what provisions might be important to include.
Use the guide at the end to see which service you likely need and whether separate legal representation may be a good idea.

🧩 What Should Your Agreement Cover?

Do you want to keep certain property or savings separate during the marriage?	YES	NO
Do you own a home, rental property, or land?	YES	NO
Do you expect to receive an inheritance during the marriage?	YES	NO
Do you own a business or professional practice?	YES	NO
Do you want to protect yourself from taking on your partner’s debt?	YES	NO
Do you want to define how property would be divided if the marriage ends?	YES	NO
Do you want to limit or waive spousal support (alimony)?	YES	NO
Do you want to create your own rules for your relationship, instead of relying on Colorado’s default laws?	YES	NO

What Your Answers Might Mean

More YESes → You’ll likely want a prenup or postnup that includes detailed, thoughtful provisions.

✍️ What Type of Support Do You Need?

Do you need help drafting the prenup from scratch based on your goals and situation?	YES	NO
Do you and your partner generally agree on what you want the agreement to say, but haven’t put it in writing yet?	YES	NO
Are you unsure what should go in the agreement and want guidance on what’s typical or enforceable?	YES	NO
Would you feel better having an attorney walk you through your options and help put it all into plain English?	YES	NO
Has a prenup already been drafted by your partner or their attorney?	YES	NO
Do you want someone to review a draft and explain what it really says before you sign it?	YES	NO

What Your Answers Might Mean

Mostly YES to the first four questions → You likely need a custom-drafted prenup that reflects your goals and avoids one-size-fits-all terms.
Mostly YES to the last two questions → You may just need a review and plain-English explanation of the agreement you’ve already received.

⚖️ Do You Need Separate Representation?

Do you want an attorney who is 100% focused on your side of things?	YES	NO
Does your partner already have their own lawyer?	YES	NO
Are there financial differences between you (e.g., one of you earns or owns significantly more)?	YES	NO
Do you want someone to negotiate on your behalf?	YES	NO
Is your partner uneasy or unsure about have an agreement?	YES	NO

What Your Answers Might Mean

Mostly YESes → Strongly consider separate legal representation to protect both of your interests and ensure advocacy for both of your positions.

✅ What’s Next

This assessment is a great first step—whether you’re drafting a prenup from scratch, reviewing an existing one, or just starting the conversation. Remember: a prenup isn’t about expecting the worst. It’s about creating clarity, establishing trust, and making thoughtful decisions together.

If you’re ready to move forward—or still have questions—I’m here to help.

👉 Ready to take the next step? Schedule your free consultation

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Let’s create something that reflects your relationship, your values, and your peace of mind.

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