Why Every Engaged Couple Should Consider a Prenup — and Why Couples Shouldn't Rely on Online Forms

When you’re engaged, planning a wedding can feel like a whirlwind. But beyond the flowers and seating charts, it’s important to think about the legal side of marriage.

Thinking about a prenup? A prenuptial agreement is more than just a form — it’s a legally binding contract that protects your future. DIY templates you find online may not meet Wyoming’s legal requirements and could be thrown out in court.

At Wright Law, LLC, we help engaged couples create customized, enforceable prenups that provide peace of mind. As the exclusive Wyoming partner for HelloPrenup, we also offer an affordable, guided option for couples who want a cost-effective solution without sacrificing legal protection.

Prenups Are Not Just Paperwork

A prenuptial agreement (prenup) is a legally binding contract that spells out how property, assets, and debts will be handled if your marriage ends in divorce or death.

Because prenups are contracts, they must meet very specific legal requirements to be valid in Wyoming. A poorly drafted or incomplete agreement — like one copied from the internet — may be thrown out by a court entirely. That means your plan could fail just when you need it most.

Why DIY Prenups Can Be Risky

It’s tempting to download a form online, or ask ChatGPT to draft a prenup for you, but here’s why that’s a bad idea:

• State-Specific Laws Matter: Wyoming law requires full financial disclosure, fairness, and that both parties have a meaningful opportunity to review the agreement. Laws can change over time, and forms or your AI model may not be updated when new laws come out. If a generic online form doesn't follow Wyoming’s current legal requirements, it may be invalid or vulnerable to challenge.

• One-Size-Fits-All Isn’t Realistic: Your financial situation is unique. A good prenup should address your actual assets, debts, business interests, and estate planning needs.

• Legal Loopholes Can Cost Thousands: If your prenup is vague or unenforceable, a judge will apply default Wyoming law to divide your property — which may not match what you and your spouse wanted.

How a Lawyer Adds Value

Working with an experienced family law attorney ensures:

• Your prenup is legally valid and enforceable under Wyoming law.

• Both partners receive independent legal advice, preventing claims of coercion or unfairness later.

• Your agreement is tailored to your unique situation — not someone else’s.

• You avoid future litigation by resolving potential disputes now, not later in court.

Real-Life Example: When a DIY Prenup Went Wrong

Not long ago, I worked with a client who came to me for a divorce. She and her husband had used a do-it-yourself prenup form they purchased from a reputable legal self-help website. They edited the document themselves — cutting out parts they didn’t want, adding in parts that were invalid and unenforceable, failing to include exhibits that were mentioned, and forgetting to exchange financial disclosures.

When their marriage ended, their prenup was challenged. They ultimately settled out of court, but because the agreement was confusing and unclear, was missing key disclosures, contained clauses that Wyoming law doesn’t allow, and referenced exhibits that didn’t exist, large parts of it were unenforceable. What was meant to save them money ultimately cost them more than $12,000 in legal fees to resolve out of court.

The lesson: a prenup is a legal contract that must meet very specific requirements. Cutting corners can be far more expensive than doing it right from the start.

Wright Law, LLC + HelloPrenup: Affordable, Reliable Options

At Wright Law, LLC, we know cost can be a concern. That’s why we are proud to be the exclusive Wyoming partner for HelloPrenup.com — an innovative platform that allows couples to create prenuptial agreements online, with attorney review available for peace of mind.

HelloPrenup.com is a great choice if you want:

• Affordability: It’s less expensive than traditional, fully custom agreements.

• Guided Process: The platform walks you through the key questions step-by-step.

• Attorney Support: You still have access to legal advice to make sure the prenup will hold up in court.

This approach gives you the best of both worlds: cost-effectiveness and the security of a Wyoming-compliant agreement.

You Don’t Have to Be Rich - Prenups are for Everyone

When Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, the media immediately started talking prenups. With her billion-dollar music empire and his NFL earnings, a prenup is practically guaranteed — not because they expect to split, but because it protects what each of them brings to the marriage.

You don’t need to be a celebrity to take the same smart step. A prenup is about planning your future together with clarity and respect, making sure that if things don't work out, your divorce can be obtained quickly, with minimal cost and court involvement.

The Bottom Line

If you’re engaged or considering marriage, a prenup can provide peace of mind and protect both partners. But don’t risk your future with a cookie-cutter online form. Work with a lawyer — or explore affordable options like HelloPrenup through Wright Law, LLC — to ensure your agreement is fair, enforceable, and truly reflects your intentions.