Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin · Monday, August 3, 2026
Divorce attorney James Sexton pointed out a unique characteristic of marriage: it is the only contract for which parties do not sign the specific terms and conditions. While a marriage license is signed, it does not contain the detailed agreements that govern the marital relationship. He contrasts this with other contracts where terms are explicitly laid out.
“It's the only contract that you don't actually sign. You sign a marriage license, but it doesn't have the terms and conditions in it.”