WeDo Marriage Contract Template

Contract of Marriage

THIS AGREEMENT (referred to as ‘Agreement’), consisting of pages and attached Exhibits, ismade and entered into by the two Parties below.(Please use BLOCK CAPITALS)On this ______ day of ________________ 20____ By and BetweenFirst name:First name:Middle name:Middle name:Last name:Last name:WHO have each completed and attached Certificates of Identity and Residence in Exhibit Set A.

Commencement of Agreement

The Parties intend that this Agreement shall take effect: – No fewer than _____ and no more than _____ days after its signing and notarization, and – At the signing and notarization of the Certificate of Solemnization attached as Exhibit C.WeDoMarriage.comVersion 1.0

1: Purpose

1.1For the reasons set out below, and to achieve the benefits arising therefrom,[Romeo]and[Juliet]resolve to bring into being, as a foundation to their relationship of mutual love and affection, the legally-binding exchange of rights andresponsibilities contained in this Agreement:1.1.1the CONTEMPLATION of their prospective Agreement focused the minds and spiritsof [Romeo]and[Juliet]on the seriousness and sanctity of marriage, each recognising that it is to be considered and entered into only with sureness of vision, seriousnessof intent and certainty of purpose.1.1.2the SHARING, through open and honest disclosure, of their individual natures,values and circumstances provided[Romeo]and[Juliet]with the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of themselves, of each other, and of their relationship, as it has developed in the past, as it stands currently and as theyforesee it blossoming into the future.1.1.3the NEGOTIATION of mutual rights and responsibilities, as undertaken by[Romeo]and[Juliet]in creating their Agreement, provided the opportunity to discover andvalue each's empathetic capacity to appreciate the other's background, priorities andaspirations, and to see the world as each other sees it.1.1.4the PROVISIONS of their Agreement, created jointly, negotiated fairly and enteredinto freely, provide[Romeo]and[Juliet]with clarity of life purpose and provide a legally secure repository for their shared goals and dreams.1.1.5the PROTECTION provided by the Agreement enables[Romeo]and[Juliet]to guard their relationship, in all its aspects and circumstances, from interference by other persons, entities, including the State and agencies of the State.1.1.6the EXECUTION of the Agreement at their intended wedding provides[Romeo]and [Juliet]with the occasion to make a public declaration of their committed union and toinvite, from the families or origin, friends and the wider community, recognition andblessing for the life they plan together.1.1.7the SUSTAINING of their Agreement into the future presents[Romeo]and[Juliet] with the challenge to nurture further their love for one another, their commitment toone another, and their dedication to a well-lived life – a challenge both[Romeo]and[Juliet]now embrace.

2: Scope

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3: Good Faith and Fair Dealing

3.1 Intention to Form Legally Binding Relations Under Contract

3.1.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]acknowledge that this Agreement contains legal, valid and binding terms and provisions, and that it is their clear intention to create legalrelations with one other that are enforceable in courts of law.

3.2 Capacity to Contract

3.2.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare that each has the capacity to execute this Agreement, and that neither is in any way impaired from so doing by reason of immaturity of age,character or judgement, physical or mental limitation, or any impairment of reasoningor perception arising from the consumption of intoxicating substances or use of medication.

3.3 Full Understanding and Opportunity for Reflection

3.3.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare that each has had adequate opportunity to read, study and consider this Agreement and its attached Exhibits, that each fully understands allthat they contain, and that each is aware of their legal rights and obligations under this Agreement.

3.4 Exclusivity of Contract

3.4.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare that neither is currently party to any other contract which contains terms and provisions that might impede or limit their performance of anyobligation under this Agreement.3.4.2For as long as this Agreement shall remain in effect,[Romeo]and[Juliet]waive the right to negotiate with and enter into contracts with others that contemplate the sameor similar Purpose and encompass the same or similar Scope as this Agreement.

3.5 Privity of Contract

3.5.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare themselves to be the only parties to this Agreement. 3.5.2With the exception of any successees or assignees designated in the Agreement, noother person or entity may claim rights or benefits under this Agreement.

3.6 Status and Relationship of Parties

3.6.1[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare that, on entering into this Agreement, they do not grant any new or special rights or powers to the state with regard to their persons,residential or other property, or income.3.6.2For the avoidance of doubt,[Romeo]and[Juliet]declare that, while they welcome recognition of their legally-binding marriage contract from their families, friends andthe wider community, they expressly do not seek any alteration of their marital statusfrom the state, whether by operation of common law or any application of any statute.WeDoMarriage.comVersion 1.0