New York Prenuptial Agreement PDF
New York at a glance: Acknowledgment Rule: Must be notarized with statutory deed acknowledgment · Voluntary Waiver: Alimony/property waivers must be fair and reasonable · Governing Law: N.Y. DRL § 236(B)(3)
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Prenuptial Agreements in New York
New York prenuptial agreements are subject to strict statutory execution rules under Domestic Relations Law Section 236(B)(3).
To be valid in New York, the prenup must be in writing, signed by both parties, and acknowledged in the same manner required to record a deed (notarized with specific statutory acknowledgment language).
New York Prenuptial Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | New York Rule |
|---|---|
| Acknowledgment Rule | Must be notarized with statutory deed acknowledgment |
| Voluntary Waiver | Alimony/property waivers must be fair and reasonable |
| Governing Law | N.Y. DRL § 236(B)(3) |
New York Legal Requirements
- Must be signed and notarized with specific deed acknowledgment forms.
- Waivers of maintenance (alimony) must not place a spouse in danger of becoming a public charge.
New York Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's New York legal resources or your state legislature's official website.