By Elena Giannattasio, International Family Lawyer (New York & San Francisco), Multi-Jurisdictional Divorce, PLLC
The Philippines permits prenuptial agreements to determine the spouses’ marital property regime. Agreements must be in writing, voluntarily executed, and notarized. They must be recorded in the civil registry and, where relevant, the Registry of Property to bind third parties.
Our Global Practice Perspective
Because Philippine law defaults to an absolute community of property, prenuptial agreements are often crucial for couples with premarital assets or complex international portfolios. They are especially important when one spouse is a Filipino citizen, as Philippine law may apply by default.
From New York and San Francisco, international family lawyer Elena Giannattasio advises clients with cross-border family law matters involving Philippine, providing advanced forum analysis and strategic coordination with trusted local counsel in Philippine law and other relevant jurisdictions, as appropriate.
Foreign Law Disclaimer, Multi-Jurisdictional Divorce, PLLC
This overview concerns foreign law. Elena Giannattasio, Esq. is not admitted to practice in the Philippines and does not advise on Philippine law. All information is provided strictly for general educational purposes and is not legal advice.