A well-timed, well-prepared prenup can take just a few days with the right tools. A poorly timed one can create stress or even risk being unenforceable.
Here’s what to expect — and how Trusted Prenup’s online builder helps couples move from idea to signed agreement with confidence and speed.
The Short Answer
- Typical attorney-drafted prenup: 2 – 8 weeks
- Typical Trusted Prenup timeline: 1 – 2 hours
Why Timing Matters
Most U.S. states require that a prenup be signed voluntarily and without pressure. If you’re finalizing your agreement the week of your wedding, it can raise questions later about duress or lack of time to review — especially in states like California, which require a 7-day review period before signing if one party is unrepresented.
That’s why lawyers and judges alike recommend starting early.
The Trusted Prenup Timeline
Our online process is designed to help you move quickly — without skipping steps that make your prenup valid and enforceable.
Step 1: Start the Builder
Spend an evening answering guided questions together. You’ll outline what you each own, your financial goals, and how you’d like to handle property and support.
No legal jargon, no pressure — just a clear, step-by-step walkthrough designed by family law experts.
✅ Estimated time: 45–60 minutes
✅ Progress automatically saves if you need to pause
Step 2: Independent Legal Review (optional)
This is an optional step. Choose from one of our attorneys in your state, or take the completed document to one of your own. For maximum protection, each partner should have their own attorney review the document.
Trusted Prenup connects you with vetted family-law attorneys for a flat-rate review session — usually completed within a few days and often online.
✅ Estimated time: 3–7 days (depending on scheduling)
✅ Attorneys can suggest edits directly or sign off as-is
Step 3: Final Signing & Notarization
Once both partners have reviewed and agreed, the final document can be signed and notarized. Notarization is optional in most states, but recommended. It can all be done online through our built-in digital signing and NotaryLive integration.
✅ Estimated time: 15–30 minutes
✅ Digital copies instantly stored and downloadable for both parties
Why the Online Route Is Faster (and Safe)
Traditional prenups often get stuck in back-and-forth emails, hourly billing, and slow document edits. Trusted Prenup eliminates those bottlenecks:
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Smart templates built by U.S. family-law attorneys
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State-specific compliance automatically applied
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Online attorney review and notarization in one seamless process
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Transparent flat pricing — no hourly surprises
And because your agreement is stored securely online, you’ll always have access to your final signed copy — no hunting through filing cabinets.
Start Early. Finish Easily.
The best time to start your prenup is now, while you have time to discuss terms calmly and confidently.
Whether you’re months away or weeks from your wedding, Trusted Prenup helps you handle the process efficiently, respectfully, and 100% online.
Next steps
General information only, not legal advice. For personal advice, consult a local attorney.
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