--- url: 'https://www.fmjlaw.com/prenuptial-and-postnuptial-agreements-in-minnesota-fmj-law-podcast-episode-42/' title: 'Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Minnesota – FMJ Law Podcast Episode 42' author: name: Adam url: 'https://www.fmjlaw.com/author/adam-brownfmjlaw-com/' date: '2026-06-25T20:13:50+00:00' modified: '2026-06-25T20:13:51+00:00' type: post summary: 'Karen Schlotthauer explains how prenups and postnups work, what they can and cannot accomplish, and the legal requirements involved.' categories: - Article - Podcast - Thought Leadership tags: - law podcast - minnesota law - postnup - postnuptial - prenup - prenuptial published: true --- # Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Minnesota – FMJ Law Podcast Episode 42 In this episode of the FMJ Law Podcast, attorney [Karen Schlotthauer](https://www.fmjlaw.com/professional/karen-a-schlotthauer/) joins [Adam Brown](https://www.fmjlaw.com/professional/adam-j-brown/) to discuss prenuptial and postnuptial agreements under Minnesota law. Karen explains how these agreements work, what they can and cannot accomplish, and the legal requirements necessary to ensure they are enforceable. As Karen discusses, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can often be misunderstood, and many people assume these agreements are only for wealthy individuals or couples anticipating divorce. In reality, they can be valuable planning tools for a wide range of people, including business owners, individuals entering a second marriage, those with significant inherited assets, or couples simply looking to create clarity around financial expectations. The conversation explores the differences between prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and how these agreements can help protect assets, address debt concerns, and support broader estate planning goals. Karen also discusses common misconceptions about these agreements, how couples can approach these conversations productively, and why timing matters when creating an agreement before a wedding (or after in the case of a postnuptial agreement). Whether you are planning a marriage, navigating changes in your financial circumstances, or reviewing your estate plan, this episode provides practical guidance on when these agreements may make sense and how to approach them thoughtfully. ## In This Episode: - Prenuptial (antenuptial) and postnuptial agreements are under Minnesota law - The differences between agreements entered into before and after marriage - Who should consider a prenup or postnup? - Considerations for business owners and/or blended families - How debt can impact marital financial planning - What can be included in a marital agreement - Property division, spousal maintenance, and inheritance rights - Important legal limitations on these agreements - Requirements for enforceability in Minnesota - Why full financial disclosure and fairness are essential - Risks of waiting until the last minute before a wedding - How attorneys help clients navigate sensitive conversations - When a postnuptial agreement may be appropriate during a marriage - How marital agreements fit into a comprehensive estate plan - Common myths and misconceptions about prenups and postnups --- The information in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. If anything, this podcast should be considered advertising for the types of service we can provide. Legal advice of any nature should be sought from legal counsel directly. Unsolicited messages to Fafinski Mark & Johnson will not be considered confidential and do not create an attorney-client relationship with FMJ or any of our attorneys, and we may not respond at all. [](https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/facebook?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fmjlaw.com%2Fprenuptial-and-postnuptial-agreements-in-minnesota-fmj-law-podcast-episode-42%2F&linkname=Prenuptial%20and%20Postnuptial%20Agreements%20in%20Minnesota%20%E2%80%93%20FMJ%20Law%20Podcast%20Episode%2042)[](https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/twitter?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fmjlaw.com%2Fprenuptial-and-postnuptial-agreements-in-minnesota-fmj-law-podcast-episode-42%2F&linkname=Prenuptial%20and%20Postnuptial%20Agreements%20in%20Minnesota%20%E2%80%93%20FMJ%20Law%20Podcast%20Episode%2042)[](https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/email?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fmjlaw.com%2Fprenuptial-and-postnuptial-agreements-in-minnesota-fmj-law-podcast-episode-42%2F&linkname=Prenuptial%20and%20Postnuptial%20Agreements%20in%20Minnesota%20%E2%80%93%20FMJ%20Law%20Podcast%20Episode%2042)[](https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/linkedin?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fmjlaw.com%2Fprenuptial-and-postnuptial-agreements-in-minnesota-fmj-law-podcast-episode-42%2F&linkname=Prenuptial%20and%20Postnuptial%20Agreements%20in%20Minnesota%20%E2%80%93%20FMJ%20Law%20Podcast%20Episode%2042)