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How it works.

Building a prenuptial agreement draft before your proxy marriage takes about 20 minutes. The tool walks you through everything one question at a time and assembles a complete draft you can take to your attorney or JAG lawyer.

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The basics

Why you need a prenup before your proxy marriage.

A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract between two people before they get married. It spells out who owns what, who owes what, and what happens to property if the marriage ends.

For a Montana proxy marriage, the prenup must be signed and notarized by both parties before the ceremony takes place. Once you are legally married, it is too late. You cannot create a prenup after the wedding.

This tool builds a draft you can print and take to a licensed attorney or JAG lawyer for review. The draft is not a legal document on its own. It becomes one after your attorney reviews it, both parties sign it, and it is notarized.

The prenup comes first. Always. Sign and notarize it before you schedule your proxy marriage ceremony.

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Active duty military

How it works for military members.

Whether you are deployed, stationed overseas, or getting married before a PCS move, this tool is built for your situation. Neither you nor your partner needs to be in the same place to complete it.

1

Go to the prenup builder

Visit the prenup page and select Active duty military. Answer two quick questions about your partner and you will be routed to the military prenup tool.

2

Work through seven sections

The tool covers basic information, assets, debts, property during the marriage, military specific provisions, what happens if the marriage ends, and children and inheritance. One question at a time. Plain language throughout.

3

Review your answers

At the end of each section you see a plain English summary of your choices. Every answer becomes a complete sentence in your prenup draft. Go back and change anything before moving on.

4

Generate your draft

When all seven sections are done, click Generate my prenup draft. Your draft opens in a new tab as a clean printable document. Save it as a PDF or print it directly from your phone.

5

Take it to your JAG lawyer or attorney

Active duty members can get their prenup draft reviewed by a JAG lawyer at their base legal office for free. Your partner should also have it reviewed by an attorney. Do not sign anything until both parties have reviewed it with legal counsel.

6

Get it notarized

Both parties must sign the prenup in front of a notary before the proxy marriage ceremony. If you are stateside, use Proof.com for remote online notarization. If you are overseas, your base JAG office provides notary services. If your partner is a foreign national overseas, they can use their nearest US Embassy or Consulate.

7

Schedule your proxy marriage

Once your prenup is signed and notarized by both parties, you are ready to schedule your Montana proxy marriage ceremony. Your signed prenup proves the agreement was in place before the wedding.

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Image: Step 2 military provisions Screenshot of Section 5 showing a military specific question about BAH and OHA allowances
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Typical military timeline

  • Build your prenup draft: 20 to 30 minutes
  • JAG review appointment: same day to one week depending on base
  • Notarization via Proof.com: same day
  • Overseas notarization at JAG office or Embassy: one to five business days
  • Montana proxy marriage after prenup is signed: depends on your proxy marriage service

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Military questions answered.

Does the prenup have to be done before the proxy marriage?

Yes. A prenuptial agreement must be signed and notarized by both parties before the wedding ceremony. It cannot be created after you are legally married. Complete your prenup first, then schedule your proxy marriage.

Can I complete the tool while deployed overseas?

Yes. The entire tool runs in your browser. No account needed. No downloads. You can use it from any device with an internet connection anywhere in the world. Your partner can do their part from wherever they are too.

My partner is a foreign national overseas. Can they sign the prenup?

Yes. Your partner can get their signature notarized at the nearest US Embassy or Consulate, or at their home country embassy if they are in a third country. You can use Proof.com for your signature. Both signatures do not need to happen at the same time or place.

Does the tool cover BAH, OHA, TSP, and military retirement?

Yes. The military prenup tool has a full section dedicated to military specific provisions. It covers Basic Allowance for Housing, Overseas Housing Allowance, Basic Allowance for Subsistence, the Thrift Savings Plan, the Survivor Benefit Plan, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act, deployment financial management, PCS move considerations, and SCRA acknowledgment. None of this is in a standard prenup tool.

Is the prenup review at JAG really free?

Yes. Active duty military members can get free legal assistance at their base JAG office. This includes prenuptial agreement review. Bring your printed draft and ask for a legal assistance appointment. Some bases allow walk-ins, others require scheduling.

What if I am getting married in a state other than Montana?

Military members who are not using a proxy marriage service can still use this tool. When you start, select that you are not planning a proxy marriage and you will be asked what state your wedding will take place in. That state becomes the governing law for your prenup.

Will the prenup affect my military benefits?

A prenup addresses financial rights between spouses. It does not affect your eligibility for military benefits like TRICARE, BAH, or DEERS enrollment. Those benefits are based on your marital status and dependency status, not on the terms of your prenup. Your JAG lawyer can answer specific questions about your situation.

Can we use the same prenup draft if we later update our proxy marriage plans?

Yes. The prenup draft covers the terms of your marriage regardless of the type of ceremony. If your wedding plans change, the prenup terms do not need to change unless your financial situation or preferences change. Have your attorney review any changes before you sign.

Montana residents

How it works for Montana residents.

Montana is the only US state that allows double proxy marriages. If you are a Montana resident planning a proxy marriage, this tool builds a prenup draft you can take to a licensed Montana family law attorney before the ceremony.

1

Go to the prenup builder

Visit the prenup page and select Montana resident. Confirm you are planning a Montana proxy marriage and you will be routed to the Montana prenup tool.

2

Work through six sections

The tool covers basic information, assets, debts, property during the marriage, general provisions, what happens if the marriage ends, and children and inheritance. Straightforward questions in plain language.

3

Review your answers

At the end of each section you see a plain English summary of your choices before moving on. Go back and change anything that does not look right.

4

Generate your draft

When all sections are complete, click Generate my prenup draft. Your draft opens in a new tab. Save it as a PDF or print it from your phone or computer.

5

Take it to a licensed Montana attorney

Have a licensed Montana family law attorney review your draft before anyone signs anything. Your partner should also review it with their own attorney. Both parties should be comfortable with every provision before signing.

6

Get it notarized

Both parties must sign the prenup in front of a notary before the proxy marriage ceremony. If both parties are in the US, Proof.com handles remote online notarization quickly and affordably. If your partner is overseas, they can use the nearest US Embassy or Consulate.

7

Schedule your proxy marriage

Once your prenup is signed and notarized, contact your Montana proxy marriage service to schedule your ceremony. Montana proxy marriages can often be completed within days once all documents are in order.

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Typical Montana resident timeline

  • Build your prenup draft: 20 to 30 minutes
  • Attorney review: varies, typically one to five business days
  • Notarization via Proof.com: same day
  • Montana proxy marriage after prenup is signed: depends on your proxy marriage service

Montana proxy marriages can be completed quickly once all documents are in order. Pricing for Montana proxy marriage services generally ranges from $550 to $800 depending on the provider. Learn more on our double proxy marriage guide.

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Montana resident questions answered.

Do I have to use a proxy marriage service to use this prenup tool?

Yes. This prenup tool is designed for Montana residents planning a Montana proxy marriage. If you are not using a proxy marriage service, we recommend consulting a licensed Montana family law attorney directly for your prenuptial agreement.

Why does my prenup say it is governed by Montana law?

Because your proxy marriage ceremony takes place in Montana, Montana law governs the marriage. Your prenup follows the same governing law as your marriage. If you later move to another state, your attorney can advise on whether any adjustments are needed.

Do both of us have to be present at the proxy marriage ceremony?

No. That is the whole point of a double proxy marriage. Neither party needs to be present at the ceremony in Montana. Both of you can be anywhere in the world. The prenup does need to be signed and notarized by both parties before the ceremony, but that can also be done remotely.

My partner is not a Montana resident. Can we still use this tool?

Yes. Only one party needs to qualify as a Montana resident. Your partner can be from any state or any country. The tool will guide you through the right notarization path based on where your partner currently lives.

How much does a Montana attorney charge to review a prenup?

Attorney fees vary. Most Montana family law attorneys charge between $150 and $350 per hour. A prenup review typically takes one to two hours. Some attorneys offer flat fee prenup review services. Contact a Montana family law attorney directly for their current rates.

Can we change the prenup after we are married?

Yes, but only through a written postnuptial agreement signed by both parties and notarized. You cannot change a prenup verbally or informally after the wedding. If you need changes, work with your attorney to create a proper postnuptial agreement.

What if we skip the prenup and just do the proxy marriage?

You can get married without a prenup. Most couples do. A prenup makes sense if either party owns significant assets, has significant debts, has children from a prior relationship, owns a business, or simply wants to be clear about financial expectations from the start. Once you are married, the option to create a prenup is gone.

Is the prenup tool really free?

Yes. The prenup builder is completely free to use. There is no account, no subscription, and no payment required to generate your draft. The only costs you will have are attorney review fees and notarization costs, which are separate from this tool.

Start your prenup today.

It takes about 20 minutes. Your draft is ready to print the same day. Nothing is stored on our servers.

Not legal advice. Have your draft reviewed by a licensed attorney or JAG lawyer before signing.