Obergefell v. Hodges: 2015 Supreme Court decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in the United States, establishing the fundamental right to marry for same-sex couples
Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) Repeal: Partial repeal of DOMA affecting federal recognition of same-sex marriages and related federal benefits
United States v. Windsor: 2013 Supreme Court decision that struck down part of DOMA and required federal recognition of same-sex marriages from states where it is legal
Uniform Premarital Agreement Act: State-level legislation that provides framework for creation and enforcement of prenuptial agreements, adopted by many US states
State Property Laws: Local state laws governing property division, including community property considerations and separate property rights
Financial Disclosure Requirements: Legal requirement for full and fair disclosure of all financial assets, debts, and obligations by both parties before signing the prenuptial agreement
Independent Legal Counsel: Requirement that both parties have the opportunity to seek independent legal advice before signing the agreement
Execution Timing Requirements: State-specific rules regarding the minimum time required between signing the prenuptial agreement and the wedding date
Prior Relationship Recognition: Consideration of previous domestic partnerships or civil unions and their legal implications on the current marriage agreement
Assisted Reproduction Rights: Specific provisions addressing rights and responsibilities regarding assisted reproduction and potential future children
Healthcare Decision Rights: Provisions regarding medical decision-making authority and healthcare proxy designations
Interstate Recognition: Considerations for ensuring the agreement's validity across different state jurisdictions
