How can I protect my pension?

The main way to protect a pension is by entering into a Prenuptial or Postnuptial agreement. These agreements are particularly beneficial for individuals marrying later in life, or those marrying again and who want to safeguard their previously accrued pension pot.

Whilst no pension is ever completely safe from a financial claim in divorce, a properly and clearly drafted agreement can significantly strengthen a person’s position in protecting their pension.

Another way is to offset a pension by offering an alternative asset or assets of similar value in exchange for keeping a pension intact. This could include property or other financial investments.