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Define a divorce settlement or court order awarding LLC units to an ex-spouse as a "triggering event".

Grant the divorcing member (first) and the LLC or other members (second) the immediate right to buy back any units awarded to the ex-spouse.

Whether you are drafting a "business prenup" within your LLC Operating Agreement or creating a standalone contract, handling divorce properly requires specific protective clauses. 🛡️ 1. Core Protective Clauses for Divorce

Determining what the ex-spouse is paid for the LLC interest is usually the most contested issue. Your agreement must pre-define this process: Valuation Approaches Divorce and Buy-Sell Agreements

Require all members' spouses to sign the agreement upon its execution. This legally binds the spouse to the buyout terms and pricing formulas if a divorce occurs. 💰 2. Valuation and Payout Methods