The New Yorker Radio Hour Does Every Marriage Need a Prenup?
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Jan 13, 2026 
Jennifer Wilson, a staff writer for The New Yorker, explores the evolving landscape of prenuptial agreements, once seen as exclusive to the wealthy. She reveals how millennials, influenced by no-fault divorce and a distrust of traditional marriage, now view prenups as essential. Wilson shares insights from celebrity divorce attorney Laura Wasser, discussing the rise of prenup apps and clauses like social media nondisparagement. They even touch on unusual stipulations, such as sex frequency and body-mass index, reflecting deeper societal anxieties.
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No-Fault Divorce Shifted Marriage Expectations
- No-fault divorce normalized divorce and made prenups more common among millennials.
- Millennials want written agreements because they grew up distrustful of marriage and legal protections have changed.
Talk About The Laws Before You Marry
- Have a prenup conversation to learn how state laws already allocate assets and support.
- Discuss retirement, earnings, and expectations before marrying so you don't unknowingly accept unfavorable terms.
Prenups Democratized By Apps
- Prenups are no longer only for the ultra-wealthy; aspirational young people use them too.
- New apps like Hello Prenup let couples generate agreements affordably and without traditional lawyers.